Reasons why Fried Foods Harm your Health
Calorie Dense
Food drenched in oil and fats increase their overall calorie count
Obesity
Tend to cause food addiction & result in overeating
Raises Bad (LDL) Cholesterol
Typically, cheaper vegetable oil that are high in trans and saturated fats are used, these can lead to the rise in LDL cholesterol levels
Nutrient Eliminator
High heat causes nutrients in foods to be destroyed
Raises the risks of chronic illnesses
Contribute to high blood pressure and insulin resistance which can lead to heart diseases and diabetes in the long run
Chemical altering
Chemical changes in oil under high heat causes harmful acrylamide to be formed (may have links to cancer)
Consider these healthier alternatives instead
- Go for lightly stir-fired food (lean meat / vegetables) using healthier oils such as olive, avocado or peanut oil.
- Limit deep fried food to once or twice every week
- Add lots of vegetables to the plate
- Try alternative frying such as oven frying or air frying
By : Alvin Ho
B (Eng), MBA, Certified Allied Healthcare/Fitness Professional (EIMS), Master Fitness Trainer / Fitness Nutrition, Resistance & Endurance Training Specialist (NFPT)
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