Fries
Fries
Fries (/fraɪz/), also known as French fries in North America, are a type of food made from potatoes. Although not directly related to medical terminology, they are often discussed in the context of nutrition, diet, and health due to their high fat and sodium content.
Etymology
The term "fries" is short for "French fries," which is believed to have originated in the United States in the early 20th century. Despite the name, fries are not French in origin. The term "French" in "French fries" refers to the method of cutting the potatoes into long, thin strips, which is known as "Frenching."
Related Terms
- Potato: The vegetable from which fries are made.
- Deep frying: The cooking method used to prepare fries.
- Saturated fat: A type of fat that is often high in foods like fries.
- Sodium: A mineral that is often high in foods like fries.
- Obesity: A medical condition that can be exacerbated by consuming high-fat, high-sodium foods like fries.
- Cardiovascular disease: A group of diseases that can be exacerbated by consuming high-fat, high-sodium foods like fries.
- Hypertension: A medical condition that can be exacerbated by consuming high-sodium foods like fries.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Fries
- Wikipedia's article - Fries
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