U.S. fast food chains embrace shift to alternative meat

Burger King has become the latest fast food chain in the United States to add an alternative meat option to its menu, joining an industry-wide push to appeal to growing numbers of health -- and environment-conscious consumers.In early April, 59 of the fast food giant's restaurants in the St. Louis area started offering the Impossible Whopper, a vegetarian version of its signature burger priced about a dollar higher than the original. Following the successful test run, Burger King announced it would introduce the meatless option nationwide by the end of the year."Restaurants are really tryin…READ FULL ARTICLE