This is a fact that in many countries, traditional dishes are being replaced with international fast foods. For instance, in the country where I live, I have seen the rise of fast-food restaurants in my life span. Many health experts are concerned about the negative effects of junk food on citizens' health and some authorities have made policies to limit fast food consumption in the community. In this essay, I will discuss if traditional fast food is really a big threat to society or not and if it is, to what extent we should be concerned.