Study Links French Fries To Type 2 Diabetes Risk

A recent study from Harvard University’s T.H. Chan School of Public Health found that consuming three servings of french fries weekly was associated with a 20% increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes. In contrast, there was no significant link between baked, boiled, or mashed potatoes and type 2 diabetes risk. The study emphasized that food preparation methods play a crucial role in health outcomes. Researchers suggested swapping out french fries for whole grains to reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes by 19%. Diabetes affected 38.4 million Americans of all ages last year, some 11.6% of the population. Most cases are type 2 diabetes, which is associated with obesity and poor diet. (Story URL)