Olivia Rockeman for HimsEAKARAT BUANOI // ShutterstockCities where fast food is cheaper than cookingWhen your schedule is busy, getting fast food may seem like your most convenient option for eating a meal. In some places, in the battle of “fast food versus cooking,” takeout surprisingly reigns supreme for being both time-saving and wallet-friendly. For major cities in Texas, on the other hand, getting fast food is cheaper than cooking. When the difference was positive, fast food was determined to be more affordable, and when the difference was negative, cooking was found to be cheaper. Spending more time in the kitchen and preparing healthy, tasty meals reduces the temptation of high-calorie fast food meals and supports weight management over time.