In this article, we will tell you why fried potatoes are harmful and how often you can eat them.
What are the health benefits of fried potatoes
Excessive consumption of fried potatoes can lead to weight gain, diabetes and cardiovascular diseases.
Fats, especially those exposed to heat, take a long time to digest.
Therefore, with frequent consumption of fried potatoes, and especially french fries, exacerbations of gastrointestinal diseases, nausea, diarrhea and bloating are possible.
Salt, which is added to fried potatoes, is a reason for increased blood pressure and disruption of the heart muscle.
How often can you eat fried potatoes
Nutritionists noted that fried potatoes can be eaten, but not very often.
In addition, such a dish cannot be eaten with red meat and the person must lead an active lifestyle.
For lovers of fried potatoes, experts advise soaking peeled potatoes in water for 1-2 hours before frying to reduce the starch content and, accordingly, the amount of acrylamide formed.
How many times a week can you eat fried food
You should not eat fried foods more than four times a week, and also completely remove them from your diet.
Fish, poultry and legumes will help fill the lack of protein.
How to fry potatoes in a frying pan without oil
The main secret of frying potatoes without vegetable oil is that when you pour the potatoes into a dry frying pan, you need to add about 50-70 ml of water and close the lid.
This way, the vegetable will become soft and cook quickly even without vegetable oil.
We previously talked about the health benefits of oranges.
