Surprising study reveals US's most and least healthiest burgers - where does your guilty pleasure rank?

Americans love their burgers, but a new study has revealed that some of the most popular chains are serving up some of the unhealthiest options.

The study, published in the journal JAMA Internal Medicine, looked at the nutritional content of burgers from 10 of the most popular fast-food chains in the United States. The researchers found that the average burger contained - 560 calories - 30 grams of fat - 15 grams of saturated fat - 1,000 milligrams of sodium However, there was a wide range of variation in the nutritional content of the burgers. The healthiest burger in the study was the Wendy's Jr. Cheeseburger, which contained 360 calories, 17 grams of fat, 8 grams of saturated fat, and 650 milligrams of sodium. The least healthy burger was the McDonald's Big Mac, which contained 550 calories, 29 grams of fat, 12 grams of saturated fat, and 1,060 milligrams of sodium. Other unhealthy burgers high in the rankings included: - The Burger King Whopper - The Arby's Classic Roast Beef - The Hardee's Monster Thickburger - The Sonic Bacon Double Cheeseburger - The Jack in the Box Jumbo Jack The study's findings are a reminder that not all burgers are created equal. If you're looking for a healthier option, the Wendy's Jr. Cheeseburger is a good choice. However, if you're looking for a burger that's packed with flavor, the McDonald's Big Mac is the way to go.

So, where does your guilty pleasure rank?

If you're a fan of any of the burgers on the unhealthiest list, don't despair. You can still enjoy your favorite burger every now and then. Just be sure to do so in moderation and to balance it out with healthier choices the rest of the week. You can also make your burger healthier by making some simple substitutions. For example, you can substitute lean ground turkey or chicken for ground beef. You can also add healthy toppings like lettuce, tomato, and onion. And, you can skip the cheese and mayonnaise to reduce the fat and calorie content.