French fries

Processed food

Nutrients

Carbohydrates, Protein, Fat, Sodium, Trans Fat, Saturated fat, Potassium, Dietary fiber, Iron, Vitamin B-6, Magnesium, Vitamin C

Pregnancy

Avoid eating french fries during pregnancy, due to its high fat and sodium content. Besides, french fries can cause obesity and high blood pressure for mothers and increase the risk for the fetus.

Postpartum

Limit junk foods like french fries for an occasional indulgence. Don’t let them take the place of healthy foods.

Breastfeeding

Stay away from french fries during breastfeeding if possible. With lots of fat and high calories, it has little nutrients to offer. Eating greasy foods can cause breast milk problems and can upset your baby's stomach.

Baby

French fries are not suitable for babies under the age of 11 months.