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In Chugwater, Wyoming, the Soda Fountain hosted a blind taste test comparing fries fried in beef tallow vs. seed oil. The beef-tallow fries delivered a distinct beefy flavor and crisp texture, while the seed-oil fries were crisp and tasty as well; a chocolate malt dip tipped the balance in favor of the tallow fries, underscoring that flavor often wins over health debates when it comes to fries.
A Harvard study links eating three servings of French fries weekly to a 20% increased risk of developing diabetes, while healthier potato preparations like baked or boiled potatoes do not pose this risk. Replacing potatoes with whole grains can reduce diabetes risk, emphasizing the importance of preparation methods and dietary choices for health.
A study finds that eating French fries increases the risk of type 2 diabetes, while other potato preparations do not, and replacing potatoes with whole grains can lower risk, highlighting the importance of preparation methods and food choices in diabetes prevention.
A new study suggests that while potatoes are generally healthy, French fries pose a higher risk of developing Type 2 diabetes due to their preparation involving frying and added salt. The study emphasizes that cooking methods significantly impact the healthfulness of potatoes, with baked, boiled, or mashed potatoes being healthier options. Potatoes are nutritious, providing fiber, vitamins, and minerals, but their health benefits can be diminished by unhealthy preparation and consumption habits. To enjoy potatoes healthily, it's recommended to cook them at home, leave the skin on, control portion sizes, and consider cooling cooked potatoes to increase resistant starch content.
A study indicates that eating three or more servings of French fries weekly may increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes by 20%, highlighting the impact of food preparation methods on health and suggesting replacing fries with whole grains to reduce risk.
A Harvard study found that eating French fries is linked to a 20% increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes, unlike other potato preparations like baking or boiling. The study emphasizes that how food is prepared is as important as what is eaten, with deep-frying being particularly harmful. Replacing French fries with whole grains can reduce diabetes risk by 19%, highlighting the importance of cooking methods and food choices in health outcomes.
A long-term study found that eating French fries increases the risk of type 2 diabetes, while other potato preparations do not. Replacing potatoes with whole grains may reduce this risk, emphasizing the importance of food preparation and substitution choices in diabetes prevention.
A study published in BMJ found that consuming French fries three times a week increases the risk of Type 2 diabetes by 20%, likely due to the unhealthy fats absorbed during deep frying, whereas boiled, baked, or mashed potatoes do not show this association. The study emphasizes the importance of food preparation methods in health outcomes and suggests healthier cooking options to reduce diabetes risk.
Four professional chefs unanimously ranked Arby's curly fries as the best fast food French fries, citing their crispiness, seasoning, and temperature, with popular dipping sauces including Horsey Sauce, ketchup, ranch, cheddar cheese, and Arby's sauce.
Wendy's is launching a Friday-specific promotion offering free french fries to customers who make a purchase and use the Wendy's app, with all fry sizes eligible. The promotion will run throughout the year at participating locations in the U.S., as the company aims to boost its digital business. This move follows a similar deal by McDonald's, which offered free medium fries for $1 in spending on its mobile app in 2023 and appears to have extended the offer through 2024.
A viral warning on Facebook claims that McDonald's french fries contain a carcinogenic ingredient called "acrilane" and are sprayed with a harmful pesticide. However, the rumor is misleading. The correct term is acrylamide, not "acrilane." Acrylamide is a substance that forms when certain foods, including potatoes, are heated. It is classified as a potential human health concern, but the risk of cancer from acrylamide in food is not well-established. The levels of acrylamide in McDonald's fries are similar to those found in fries from other restaurants. Additionally, the claim about a harmful pesticide requiring farmers to wait four days is misleading, as it is a standard safety measure for pesticide use.
The European Space Agency (ESA) has conducted experiments that show that frying works even in the microgravity experienced in space. The research could help determine what cooking processes and food will be available to astronauts as they explore alien worlds. The experiments were conducted during two ESA parabolic flight campaigns, in which an aircraft flies in repeated arcs to create brief periods of weightlessness. The team discovered that, soon after a test potato was added to oil in low-gravity conditions, bubbles were able to easily detach from its surface rather than coating and protecting it.
A study conducted in China found that frequent consumption of fried foods, especially fried potatoes, was linked with a 12% higher risk of anxiety and 7% higher risk of depression than in people who didn’t eat fried foods. The link was more pronounced among young men and younger consumers. The study evaluated 140,728 people over 11.3 years. The researchers suggest that acrylamide, a chemical formed during the frying process, especially in fried potatoes, is to blame for the higher risk of anxiety and depression. However, experts who study nutrition said the results are preliminary, and it’s not necessarily clear whether the fried foods were driving mental health issues, or people experiencing symptoms of depression or anxiety turned to fried foods.
A TikTok user named Jordan Howlett, aka @jordan_the_stallion8, has revealed that McDonald's french fries taste different from others because they are cooked with beef flavoring mixed in their vegetable oil. However, McDonald's does not use this method in the UK, Canada, or Australia. The fast-food chain used to cook its fries in cottonseed oil and beef tallow, but after complaints about them being too fattening, they switched to vegetable oil and added "natural beef flavoring."