October 2011/Prepared Foods -- A South African study finds young people may opt for fast-food meals not solely because of their convenience. In fact, according to the survey of more than 300 working adults, aged 18-30 in the South African province of Gauteng, the majority said if fast-food outlets offered healthier options, such as vegetables, salads and grilled meat, they would choose these. 

 Some 81% of women said they would opt for a healthier meal option, while 73% of men shared that opinion. These preferences are not altogether surprising, considering only 12% noted they were unconcerned about their health.