FILE - This undated file photo provided by Oak Brook, Ill.-based McDonald's Corp, shows Jan Fields, head of McDonald's U.S. operations. McDonald's announced Wednesday, Nov. 15, 2012, that Fields is being replaced as president of McDonald's USA. The company's global chief restaurant officer, Jeff Stratton, will succeed Fields effective Dec. 1. Fields, 57, is leaving after more than 35 years with the company. She was behind many major menu innovations, including the expansion of the specialty drinks menu. (AP Photo/McDonald's Corp., Bill Parrish, File)
News Summary: McDonald's getting rid of menu items
Published: 09:00:47 PM, Fri 01 March 2013 UTC
TRIMMING THE OPTIONS: McDonald's Corp. is taking Chicken Selects and the Fruit & Walnut Salad off its menu and considering cutting Angus burgers as well.
ONGOING CHANGES: The moves come as the world's biggest hamburger chain looks to step up the number of limited-time offerings like Fish McBites.
TRYING TO KEEP UP: After years of outperforming rivals, the chain is facing increasing competition from Burger King and Wendy's. Fast-food companies are also dealing with changing eating habits and the sluggish economy.
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