French Fries Versus Baked Potatoes: One Raises Diabetes Risk 20 Percent, The Other Doesn't

Epoch Times ^ | 08/13/2025 | Rachel Ann T. Melegrito

[logi_cal869]

Then they’ve got you.

That sucks. The only way to properly counteract a poison is to eliminate it.

Tough choice.

[Seruzawa]

Lol. People usually eat potatoes with other fatty foods. Hamburgers or hot dogs or breaded fried chicken, etc. Poatoes are normally consumed alone. Baked spuds are usually consumed with vegetables and a steak, or slice of baked ham. That just might affect the outcome.

How about baked spuds piled with cheese and chili. Is that more healthy than fries?

[Seruzawa]

Potatoes arent normally consumed alone. Damn autocorrect.

[Whatever Works]

Yeah, no. Type 2 here. I avoid most high carb foods ... Potatoes, rice, wheat, etc. And no sugar.

Stock up on green veggies, meat and cheese. Lots of water.

Intermittent fasting occasionally.

[AzNASCARfan]

Does not say what the French fries in this test were fried in... Something tells me some sort of seed oils... We made the switch to Tallow awhile back for the times we do make French fries (or anything deep fried) and it is all so much better tasting now, but Mashed, Baked, Roasted or Scalloped potatoes are on our menu much more often.

[Ancesthntr]

Cooling them converts much of the starch into resistant starch, which not only reduces insulin spikes, but it helps feed the microbiome. No need for freezing. Also, you can reheat them, but do so slowly to avoid breaking the molecular bonds that characterize resistant starches. Maybe microwave them for 20 seconds, wait 30-60 seconds, and repeat until sufficiently warm - as opposed to sticking them in for 90-120 seconds to reheat quickly.

[ArtDodger]

So what is the verdict on mashed potatoes? Yay or nay?

[Liz]

Twice-Baked-Potatoes

Ing 5 large russets, 1 tbl veg oil 1/2 tsp k/salt For the filling 6 slices bacon, chopped 1/2 c ea sour cream, whole milk, 4 tbl unsalted butter, 1 tsp k/salt/pepper 1/2 c grated Cheddar 1/8 c thin-slice green onions Topping 1/2 c grated cheddar 1/4 c thin-sliced green onions,

Method 1. Pre-bake: Bake, micro, or air fry potatoes up to four days in advance, let cool, wrap in foil; slice, scoop, re-fill, and fridge for quick potatoes. When ready to serve, bake 30 min 400 deg, topping with remaining cheese and green onion halfway through to prevent burning.

Method 2. Pre-bake and fill potatoes, then let cool and fridge, wrapped in foil. When ready to serve, bake 30 min at 400°F, topping with cheese and green onion halfway through to prevent burning.

Can freeze: Bake and fill, then let cool and store in resealable freezer bag. Let thaw overnight in fridge, then bake 30 min 400 deg, topping with cheese and green onion only halfway through baking. Green onions do not freeze well.

[Liz]

Air fryer Potato Stacks
Yukon gold, or russets work well. Garlic-infused oil is naturally infused, meaning you need less. Smoked paprika works well (often found in curly fries). Each stack is super crispy and golden on the outside. Inside, stack is surprisingly fluffy. It’s hard to call these "a side" when they’re this good.

Ing 3 c potatoes 3 tbl garlic-infused oil 1 tsp ea smoked paprika, dried oregano/rosemary pinch s/p

Instructions Peel and slice potatoes thinly (mandoline creates lots of 3mm slices); place in cold water 15-30 min. This helps to get even crispier stacks. Drain and dry thoroughly by laying on p/towels. Now toss potato slices in oil/seasonings. Layer in stacks; secure with a cocktail stick. Foil over to start. Place in air fryer about 15 min at 180C. After 15 min, open foil and cook 15-20 min so they color and crisp up on top. Serve with dips as an appy or alongside your favorite dinners.

[Adder]

Ditto.

I’ve tried oven frying them...not the same but ok. Sometimes, and I mean rarely now, ya just gorra have some fries...

[Gay State Conservative]

Being of 100% Irish blood a love of...and a need for...potatoes is in my DNA. I love both. But if forced to choose between the two (by wifey or my doctor) I'd choose baked.

With about a half pound of butter of course.

[maddog55]

I’ve heard everyone is different and what affects one may not affect others. It’s called DNA and genes. sydney Sweeney has great onesby the way.

Anything in moderation is fine. Over indulge and you get what you get. Exercise always helps.

Americans are for the most part fat and lazy and you get what you get for being that way.

[Hyman Roth]

I’m lucky. I have friends that duck hunt. 😎😎. Try Harris Teeter. They usually have some odd stuff. If not. Online. Also if you have a real hunting/fishing store close by go in and ask one of the good old boys where you can buy it.

[WinMod70]

“Potatoes arent normally consumed alone”

That was exact thought. Could be the quart of soda people use to wash down the fries has something to do with it.

[Ikeon]

A other far reaching article.

If you are eating FF's 3x a week you are probably eating a hamburger and drinking a hfc infused drink.

That doesn't make FF's the single reason you have T2D. Its not the fries alone, its your life style.

IMHO, If you are eating fast food 3x a week you probably arent exercising either. All T2D precursors

[Romulus]

Chilling and then reheating white rice does the same.

[MayflowerMadam]

“I’ve read that freezing baked potatoes”

Ditto for pasta and rice. Just refrigerating for 24 hours is a huge help, too. And re-heating doesn’t reverse the positive effect.

[Liz]

ZESTY POTATO SALAD

Ing 4 c cooked peeled. cubed potatoes 1/2 cup chp celery 2 hd-cooked eggs, chp 1/4 cup green onions, sliced Dressing 1 cup Mayo 1 tsp prepared mustard 1/4 tsp celery seed 1 tsp horseradish dash green tabasco or red pepper flakes (optional) 1 tbl cider vinegar

Start Combine celery, eggs, potatoes, onions, vinegar and seasonings. Toss lightly/combine. Dressing: In a separate bowl, mix mayo, dressing ing. Stir into potatoes. Chill before serving.

Variation: Add cooked and crumbled bacon bits to dressing and proceed as above.

[cyclotic]

A couple years ago my A1C rose to 7.5. Just into Type 2 territory. I refused to go on meds so I made some minor lifestyle changes.

Reduced carbs
More fish. Salmon and sardines are both good for that
quit sugary soda’s. (I miss Mountain Dew)
Field of Greens vegetable powder. https://brickhousenutrition.com/products/field-of-greens
Skip dessert
Skip fries

Last A1C was 5.2

[FamiliarFace]

When I reheat them, it’s often on the stovetop (for potatoes). One of my favorite ways of making homemade hash browns is to throw an extra potato or two for baking, then refrigerate instead of eating right away. Use those potatoes, diced, for my hash browns. So good and now better for me because of the resistant starches.