Gastronomy is undeniably part of the French culture but I think it is seriously declining. France has one of the highest density of Mac Donald's in the world (t

Gastronomy is undeniably part of the French culture but I think it is seriously declining. France has one of the highest density of Mac Donald's in the world (they are always packed!) and junk food is extremely popular. More than 50% of French people are overweight or obese, and the associated diseases are on the raise. We have been embracing the US diet in France and we are witnessing the same outcome. However, I would say that French people (and continental Europeans in general) are still more conscious of the food they consume, compared to Brits or Americans. This is personal anecdote (so probably worthless), but I've been surprised in the US to witness "educated" families routinely feed their kids with sodas and chocolate bars. Many French parents would treat those as poison.