Why are french fries considered so unhealthy?

Why are french fries considered so unhealthy?

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The problem with potatoes in a french fry form is that they are hazardous to your health. Research has shown that just having french fries three times in a month will increase your likelihood of developing breast cancer by 27%. I'm sorry, I don't want that in my life. And when we look at how many young women today are developing breast cancer, maybe we need to look at that aspect of their diet. Many kids today have been weened on french fries and hamburgers. So it's really looking at that very closely. As far as french fries go, you know, I'll just say, I'm from Scotland, we love our chips. We call them chips, not french fries. We love them. But I know the hazard they are to my health. So, do I say no to them? No, I have them once a year or once every couple years. I'll have my fix and then I'm done. And, you know, that's the way to do it, not the way we're eating them today.