Tag: Acrylamide risk

Despite becoming a kitchen staple for many, some still question the appliance's safety. A study found air frying can reduce fat content by up to 80% compared to deep frying, but are air fryers bad for my health in other ways?

According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), acrylamide can form in certain plant-based foods, including popcorn, when cooked at high temperatures. This chemical, considered a potential health concern, is the result of a natural reaction between sugars and the amino acid asparagine during cooking processes like roasting, baking, and frying.

While often marketed as a healthier alternative, a 28-gram serving of baked potato chips surprisingly contains double the amount of sugar compared to its traditional fried counterpart. This reveals that baked Lay's are not without nutritional pitfalls, requiring a comprehensive look beyond the 'less fat' claim.

Ethiopian kolo is a traditional roasted grain snack, primarily made from barley, and is a staple in Ethiopian culture. As a whole-grain, plant-based food, it offers potential nutritional benefits, but its high-temperature preparation also raises some health questions.

Sweet potatoes are an excellent source of beta-carotene, which your body converts to Vitamin A, essential for vision and immunity. Given their natural goodness, many people wonder: are baked sweet potato chips healthy? The answer, like many dietary questions, depends on how they are prepared, what is added, and whether you're making them at home or buying them from a store.

According to a study published in the *European Journal of Clinical Nutrition*, toasted bread has a slightly lower glycemic index compared to untoasted bread, meaning it can cause a smaller spike in blood sugar. This raises the question: is it better to eat toast than bread for your overall health? The answer depends on several nuanced factors beyond just blood sugar.