1. Baconator
This iconic bacon cheeseburger is undeniably mouthwatering. However, it probably goes without saying that the Baconator isn't great for your overall health. This burger features two hamburger patties topped with cheese and, of course, a whole lot of bacon. Bacon alone can pack in a concerning amount of sodium into your diet, and that's not the only health risk presented by this processed meat. Altogether, the Baconator contains 1540mg sodium, 960 calories, and 66g fat. You're better off choosing something else, especially if you're looking out for your heart.
2. Loaded Nacho Triple Burger
This is a new addition to the Wendy's menu. The Loaded Nacho Triple Burger hit Wendy's this summer. And with its jalapeno cheddar bun, queso, spicy chipotle sauce, and even tasty tortilla strips, it certainly sounds delicious. Unfortunately, it's not as great for your body as it is for your taste buds. This giant burger packs in 1280 calories, 87g fat, and a whopping 1930mg sodium. As Mandy Tyler, M.Ed., RD, CSSD, LD told Eat This Not That, "The American Heart Association recommends limiting daily sodium intake to no more than 2,300 milligrams, and this burger contains almost that full daily amount. Individuals would be much better off enjoying a single patty burger and then a healthy snack later in the day if still hungry." Noted!
3. Dave's Triple
Although it's certainly a classic at Wendy's, the Dave's Triple cheeseburger is one you should consider skipping if you want to keep your body as healthy as possible. The three patties, all that cheese, and the fixings amount to 1,160 calories, 82 fat, and 1,610mg sodium. Yikes! If you consume that much sodium on a regular basis, you could be setting yourself up for a range of health complications, including heart disease. Maybe it's best to stick to a single burger.
4. Chili Cheese Fries
Trust us: we love fries as much as the next guy, and when you add cheese, they're definitely hard to resist. Throw chili on top, and you've got yourself a seriously tasty side dish to pair with your burger. Unfortunately, it's also seriously unhealthy. Coming in at 520 calories, 27g fat, and 1,330mg sodium, this could be a meal on its own (although it wouldn't be a very healthy one). When you combine it with another menu item, you could put yourself well over your recommended intake of calories and sodium. Plus, when you find out how Wendy's chili is made, you may just lose your appetite for these, anyway.
5. Asiago Ranch Classic Chicken Club
Opting for chicken may sound like a healthier option than a burger (after all, staying away from red meat is always a good idea), but in the case of Wendy's Asiago Ranch Classic Chicken Club, that isn't necessarily the case. "When it comes to making healthier choices at Wendy's, the Asiago Ranch Classic Chicken Club falls into the category of menu items to approach with caution," Jessie Hulsey RD, LD, an Atlanta-based registered dietitian, told Eat This, Not That. This sandwich not only packs in 600 calories, but it's also loaded with sodium—1,710 milligrams, to be exact. That will put you at 75% of your recommended daily sodium intake. You're better off sticking to a healthier option.