Crazy Foods That Might Ruin Your Health

Potato Chips

Inexpensive, tasty, and readily available, potato chips are common household snacks for many individuals. For starters, many kinds of potato chips are fried in trans fats, which are the union of hydrogen and vegetable oil. This process is known as hydrogenation and is useful for preventing the spoilage of the oil. Trans fats are a preservative, giving this type of snack a longer shelf life. It also gives the chips a less greasy feel, which is misleading. Trans fat can cause a spike in cholesterol levels as well as increase your risk of coronary heart disease. Chips are also typically high in calories and fat, increasing your risk of weight gain and obesity, which can lead to an increased risk of diabetes, heart disease, and various forms of cancer. For instance, one ounce of potato chips, approximately fifteen to twenty chips, contain ten grams of fat and 154 calories. The sodium content in potato chips can also lead to high blood pressure and high cholesterol levels as well.

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