7. Increased risk of cancer

There are many studies that show us that fast food and highly processed foods can increase the risk of developing cancer. As you might expect, KFC is no exception to this rule. Their food can be loaded with dangerous carcinogens that can negatively impact your health.

Let’s take their most popular product: fried chicken. This meat is first put into a starchy batter before cooking, and one thing you should know about starchy foods that are cooked at high temperatures is that they release acrylamide, a chemical compound that is carcinogenic. Also, the fries are part of the same category. They are starchy and fried in boiling oil.

According to a study led by the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), acrylamide is carcinogenic in rats. Later, a study from 2020 showed that acrylamide affects the DNA and causes cell death.

Acrylamide is the only carcinogen compound that can be found in fast food. There are many more things that you can consume while eating ice cream, burgers, or sugary drinks.

You should also read: KFC’s Worst Menu Choices: 6 Items to Avoid