POTATO CHIPS AND HUMAN HEALTH: POTENTIAL RISKS AND EFFECTS
Potato snacks, also known as chips or fries, are fast-food products prepared by frying potato slices at high temperatures. Due to
their convenience and palatable taste, they are widely consumed, particularly among young people. However, these products
contain high levels of fats and salt, as well as, in some cases, harmful chemical additives, which may contribute to the
development of various pathological conditions in the human body. During high-temperature frying, toxic compounds such as
acrylamide are formed, posing potential health risks. Excessive consumption of potato snacks is associated with an increased risk
of obesity, cardiovascular diseases, diabetes mellitus, and hypertension. Moreover, due to their low vitamin and mineral content,
potato snacks cannot be considered nutritionally adequate foods. This article provides an analysis of the adverse effects of potato
snacks on human health and highlights the importance of limiting their consumption, based on a review of relevant foreign and
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