The flour used is a blend British, European, North American or Canadian wheat. Only the best quality potatoes are used - Russet Burbank, Pentiand Dell and Shepody. McDonald's only uses Iceberg lettuce. Fresh vegetables are used in McDonald's salads. Soft drink syrups are provided by the Coca-Cola Company.
Dressings now have a water base instead of an oil base.
Salads are sold in many restaurants. Mineral water, pure orange juice and Diet Coke are now available in all restaurants. A sweetener is offered as an alternative to sugar. Composition of sauces have been altered to reduce fat content. In 1984, McDonald's became the first UK quick service restaurant to publish detailed nutrition information for customers.