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Is that why chips attract such a huge fan base?
Scientists have been trying to answer this question for years, explaining that fats and carbohydrates send messages to our brains about pleasure, which is why it's so hard to give them up, but suggestions have emerged that this unhealthy snack may be more than that.
Why are chips so unhealthy?
In addition to the diverse composition of fats, carbohydrates, and artificial dyes and additives, chips also contain high doses of carcinogenic substances. All are caused by acrylamide, which is found in very high amounts in junk food. Animal studies have shown that this compound has a dangerous health effect and can cause birth defects in offspring. Acrylamides are produced during the treatment of foodstuffs with a lack of starch, potato chips or tobacco. Chips and potatoes.