“Foods like fries and fried chicken are often cooked in oils rich in trans fats and saturated fats, which increase LDL cholesterol (bad) and promote inflammation,” explains Shapiro.
The Food and Drug Administration of the United States (FDA) has prohibited manufacturers from adding trans fat to food. But it is always possible that trans fat from partially hydrogenated oils appear in quantities of traces. In fact, a nutritional label can say that it has 0 g of trans fat if it has less than 0.5 g per portion. If you consume a lot of foods with trans fats, this amount can add up and increase your risk of heart problems.
“Reading carefully labels can help limit or avoid food that is not the best for your heart,” says Shapiro. “Check the hidden sources of saturated fats, trans fats, added sugars and sodium.”
Fried foods can also be rich in sodium.
The American Heart Association recommends not to exceed 2,300 mg per day and finally for an ideal limit of 1,500 mg of sodium per day.
A small portion of fries at 149 mg of sodium.
“Excess sodium, generally processed foods and restaurants, can increase blood pressure and promote liquid retention,” explains Shapiro, “increasing pressure on the heart and blood vessels”.
Instead of fries, opt for cooking, the frying pan and the smoking potatoes, says Gordon.
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