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Donuts
Score: 9/10Inflammatory
Anti-InflammatoryInflammatory
Donuts combine refined flour, sugar, and deep-fried inflammatory oils — one of the most inflammatory food combinations possible. They also form AGEs and acrylamide during frying.
Benefits
- Quick energy source (though not recommended)
Concerns
- Refined flour plus added sugar combination
- Deep-fried in inflammatory vegetable oils
- Forms AGEs and acrylamide from high heat
- Extremely calorie-dense with no nutritional value
- Often contains trans fats
- Triggers rapid insulin and inflammatory response
Key Nutrients
Refined CarbsSugarTrans FatsInflammatory Oils
Serving Size
1 medium donut (64g)
Tips
Satisfy sweet cravings with fresh fruit or a small piece of dark chocolate. Baked goods made with whole ingredients are a much better option. If craving a donut, try baked varieties.
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