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Perhaps the only thing you know about Alaska is that the cuisine includes game, like caribou and, apparently, moose when the mood strikes. But it sounds like many Alaskans are forgoing the hunt and feeding at several fast food chains. And, while it was the only Alaska city to appear on the list, it might surprise you that Anchorage made it all the way to number 2 with a big fat F in the healthy eating department.


Anchorage is the largest city in Alaska and makes up over 40% of the state's entire population. Perhaps because it gets so cold in Alaska, people prefer to travel by car and order from the local drive through instead of going into a sit-down restaurant. With all the open spaces and beautiful scenery in the city, it seems a shame that people would drive rather than walk but they're keeping all those fast food joints in business somehow.

While Anchorage has never been the birthplace of any fast food franchises, they've certainly welcomed a whole slew of them into the city limits. Even Carls Jr. has come all the way from Anaheim, Calif. to open up four locations in and around Anchorage. The local residents are also keeping several KFCs and Arby's in business.

Fast food aside, Anchorage is one of the most beautiful cities in America and it has been recognized as All-American City by the National Civic League four times. Much of the city's economy is fueled by tourists who come to see the wilds of Alaska while still enjoying the conveniences of an American city. The area is also host to a growing arts community, with a large performing arts center and a historic museum dedicated to the artist Oscar Anderson.

For those who would like to stay out of Anchorage's many drive throughs, check out the list of local healthy restaurants.

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