Say it isn't so! French fries pose new health risk

Monday, June 12, 2017
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- You may want to lay off the French fries.

A new study found eating fries twice a week can put you at a higher risk for death.

That includes hash browns and tater tots.

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However, researchers found no increased risk from eating regular white potatoes.

They suggest swapping out traditional French fries for sweet potato fries.

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