Have you ever wondered how long fast food can really last? A TikToker named Naa Adjeley Tsofanye stumbled upon a fascinating discovery that has sparked discussions about the durability of McDonald’s food. She left a Big Mac on a plate for over a year and was shocked to find that it showed no signs of mould. Even the lettuce remained green!
As a medical herbalist, Tsofanye observed the lettuce on the Big Mac she had left for more than a year. To her surprise, the lettuce was still a vibrant green color. Intrigued by this unexpected result, she decided to conduct another experiment using a side salad from McDonald’s.
Starting on February 2, Tsofanye left a Big Mac and fries for a year and three weeks. When she came back to check on it, there was no visible mould on the burger. Holding up the beef patty to the camera, she pointed out the still green lettuce and exclaimed, “I don’t think it’s normal. It is so crazy.”
But it didn’t end there. Tsofanye peeled away the lettuce from the aged burger and discovered that it was still moist. It hadn’t completely dried out over the course of the year. Astounded by her findings, she decided to further investigate on a separate piece of white paper. She also poured out the contents of a McDonald’s side salad onto a plate to see what would happen.
The TikTok video showcasing her experiment gained significant attention, with viewers expressing a range of reactions from shock to amusement. Some were alarmed by the longevity of the Big Mac and lettuce, joking about passing them down through generations. Others expressed skepticism about the quality of McDonald’s food, vowing never to eat there again.
This isn’t the first time Tsofanye has conducted such experiments. She previously looked into the durability of a vegan meal called the McPlant. After three months, the McPlant showed little signs of decay, prompting Tsofanye to question the freshness of plant-based options at fast-food chains.
In response to inquiries about the preservation methods used by McDonald’s, a spokesperson clarified that their Iceberg lettuce is freshly prepared without any preservatives. Similarly, their burger patties are made from 100% British and Irish beef, with no preservatives added except for a pinch of salt and pepper during grilling.
Tsofanye’s experiments have sparked important conversations about food quality, preservation methods, and consumer awareness. As concerns about the impact of processed foods on health continue to grow, her findings serve as a reminder to critically examine the food we consume and its long-term effects.
