Fried foods are very rich, tasty and crispy. Nowadays, almost all foods are fried for added taste and flavor. However, fried foods are high in calories and eating fried foods increases the risk of obesity. Hence, avoiding fried foods is important to fight obesity.
Why are Fried Foods Dangerous?
Frying of the foods involves oils which are high in trans-fats and saturated fats. While frying, these foods absorb the oil containing the trans-fats and saturated fats. Thus, eating fried foods builds up your blood cholesterol level, clogs the arteries, and may lead to heart disease and obesity.
During the process of frying, foods are dipped in flour, egg, breadcrumbs, milk etc. and then fried. These ingredients add even more calories to the fried foods. Eating high calorie food is the main cause of obesity.
Frying of foods destroys the health benefits, nutrients present in the food. Lean meat, fish, vegetables and chicken are healthy. However, frying them adds calories and removes any nutritional benefits.
When healthy food is eaten, you would feel full and satisfied. However, fried foods usually do not satisfy your hunger. They increase your craving for food and make you eat more, thus adding up your calories. Several studies have found eating fried foods greatly increases the obesity risk.
Fried foods taste good and many people indulge in eating them without realizing the dangers associated with it. Avoiding fried foods is important to fight obesity. Instead of frying, you can try cooking food by steaming, roasting, baking or grilling to fight obesity and stay healthy.
Some Research Facts on Fried Foods:
According to a research study published in October/November 2009 issue of the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism, researchers from Mount Sinai School of Medicine report that reducing the consumption of fried foods enhances the body’s natural defences.
Parents have a critical role in childhood obesity. In a policy released by the UCLA Center for Health Policy Research, researchers found that youngsters are more likely to eat at least five servings of fruits and vegetables everyday if they find their parents doing so. Teenagers end up following their parents if their consumption of fried foods and diet soda at home in the contrary.
Metabolic syndrome is a group of diabetes risk factors and cardiovascular disease. According to a research study published in Circulation: Journal of the American Heart Association, in January 2008, consumption of fried foods and burgers can increase the risk of getting Metabolic syndrome by 25 percent.
