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Potato Chips
Score: 8/10Inflammatory
Anti-InflammatoryInflammatory
Potato chips are fried in inflammatory vegetable oils and contain acrylamide from high-temperature cooking. They combine refined carbs, inflammatory fats, and excessive sodium.
Benefits
- Some potassium from potatoes
Concerns
- Fried in inflammatory omega-6 vegetable oils
- Acrylamide forms during high-heat frying
- Very high in sodium
- Extremely calorie-dense and easy to overeat
- Addictive combination of salt, fat, and crunch
Key Nutrients
CarbohydratesSodiumInflammatory FatsPotassium
Serving Size
1 oz (28g) about 15 chips
Tips
Replace with kale chips, roasted chickpeas, or nuts. If craving chips, look for baked or avocado oil varieties. Make your own baked sweet potato chips at home with olive oil.
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