What's wrong with all-you-can-eat deals at restaurants?

Dr. Mehmet Oz, MD

Cardiology (Cardiovascular Disease)

All-you-can-eat deals contain low-quality foods. When it comes to food, you get what you pay for. Anything that’s all you can eat is usually either low quality or food made from starch or heavy in fat. If you want to get an all-you-can-eat option while dining out, order pasta, grains or veggies; avoid any meat.
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