Fried food have been a part of our daily diet and are causing a havoc to our system. They generally turn out as tea time snacks or accompaniments in our meals.
But they can cause a lot of harmful effects-
- High fat content- They imbibe higher fat content and are high in energy. Hence can increase unnecessary weight gain.
- Chemical changes-Frying alters the chemical composition of fats due to exposure to intense heat.
- Formation of trans-fatty acids.
- Loss of nutrients- Due to high temperatures, there will be a decrease in vitamin content so does the vitamin A and E content present in oils. The protein content gets altered.
- Difficult to digest and delays stomach emptying and can cause indigestion.
These are the detrimental effects in a nut shell. Try to avoid such food for better health.
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