Fried Snacks and Coffee May Be Cancer Risks, EU Food Agency Says
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Crackers, potato chips, coffee and other foods browned when fried or roasted have the potential to increase the risk of cancer, according to a European Union advisory authority.
Acrylamide, produced in cooking at temperatures above 150 degrees Celsius (300 Fahrenheit), may pose a particular threat to children, the European Food Safety Authority said today in a statement. The EFSA opened a public consultation and confirmed previous evaluations based on animal studies. Studies on humans aren’t conclusive.