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sometimes i eat mcdonalds an hour or two before bed. why do i feel awful when i wake up?

1. Unless you are allergic to certain food ingredients, there is no reason why McDonald's food should make you feel ill after consumption. All the ingredients contained in the menu items are the same as those you would buy in any supermarket or use at home. If you do have a food intolerance, it's worth checking the full list of ingredients in the 'Ingredients list' which is in the 'Eat Smart' section at www.mcdonalds.co.uk to ensure that your favourite food items are safe for you to eat and it would be wise to contact your GP for medical advice as regards to any allergies. (June 2007)

Is it true that Ronald Mcdonald used to be a normal 16yr old employee before he had an accident and fell into the deep fryer and came out all clown like and mentally retarded? I heard he couldn't speak at all anymore and never left the restaurant so McDonalds covered it up by making him the mascot. I saw this in PETA's documentary on your restaurant. Please set him free. This is a gross violation of child bondage laws.

1. Ronald McDonald has been the company's Chief Happiness Officer since 1963 and he's definitely well and free as you can see at his website www.bigredshoes.co.uk. McDonald's can only assume that the 'documentary' you saw was fictitious. (August 2007)

is it true that if ur hamburger didn't contain the relish and gherkin it would, technically, be classed as a dessert

1. No, this is another myth. The gherkins are there as a signature to McDonald's burgers. Gherkins have been part of the sandwich for decades and are there for no other reason than taste. (July 2007)

Hmn, I'll have to phrase this carefully. I think this is a wonderful tool, by the way.My most important question I can think of now is: Do you think certain competitors seek to imitate McDonalds products? (I think you could answer that without being libellous). I wont go into detail about how Burger King has released some stupid McFlurry rip offs.

1. Speaking only for McDonald's, the company is very proud of all the food that it provides for its customers. McDonald's only sources ingredients of the best quality, with careful preparation and attention to detail to consistently make the tasty food that millions of customers enjoy. The company couldn't possible comment on whether competitors attempt to emulate its success! (July 2007)