Why has fast food become such a necessary part in our lives? Most advocates of fast food would likely agree as to why it is so popular. Fast food is an integral part of the diets of many Americans for a few major reasons: it’s convenient, it’s cheap, and honestly, it tastes good. Something else that most people will agree on is that fast food isn’t the healthiest choice of food either. So why do we consume so much fast food when we know the risks involved?