We are currently in the middle of Burger Week, food lovers are preparing to feast in the various restaurants that will participate in the traditional Burger Week this year which runs from 1is to September 10, 2022.
But you who love the burger so much, you might not know a whole lot regarding it. Its origin, its nutritional intake, among others. Discover in our Friday Gourmand section some things you may not know regarding the Burger.
Is there a difference between burger and hamburger
Not at all: burger is derived from hamburger and they refer to the same thing. It’s really just a matter of words. It’s the same food, concocted, basically, from the same recipes. So hamburger or burger, it’s the same treat.
Origin of the name “Burger” or (Hamburger)
Several Americans claim the invention of the burger. But the best known is thestory Menches brothers. This goes back to the year 1885 during a fair that took place in Hamburg, a city located in New York. The two Menches brothers, Franck and Charles took part in the activity. Having run out of sausages for their sandwiches, to make up for it, they had the brilliant idea of replacing the sausage with minced meat. They were no longer sandwiches, they immediately baptized them by calling them Hamburger, in honor of the city of Hamburg.
It can make you obese
Although the burger is one of the most consumed fast foods in the world, it is not highly recommended by health specialists. Nutritionist Cyril Gauthier warns us by saying clearly that ” the hamburger should not be invited too regularly on our plate “. He believes that for the high amount of calories it contains, this food has too little nutritional value. So if we eat it too frequently, hello obesity.
« In predisposed people, its frequent consumption can induce in the long run the appearance of a metabolic syndrome with overweight, obesity, type 2 diabetes, excess cholesterol and a significant increase in the risk of cardiovascular disorders. “, explains Doctor Cyril.
However, if you can’t resist, you can always favor homemade burgers. By preparing it at home, you will besure to add the ingredients of your choice, and you will know exactly what you are going to eat. It is more prudent and more economical.
But it doesn’t hurt to want to occasionally go out for a burger night at a restaurant with friends or family. The important thing is not to let go too much because you are aware that excess in everything is harmful, so think regarding your health.
Happy Burger Week everyone, and have a nice weekend!
