Air Fryers: A Healthier Way to Cook?

On Health with Houston Methodist

Whether you’re on the fence about getting an air fryer or have one but aren’t quite sure how best to use it, you might have some questions about this trendy cooking appliance. Is food cooked in an air frier always healthier, even fries and wings? What else can you make in it? In today’s episode, we talk all things air fryer — including how they work and tips for cooking with one.
Hosts: Zach Moore (interviewer), Katie McCallum
Expert: Amanda Beaver, MS, RDN, LD, Wellness Dietitian
Notable topics covered:

• How an air fryer works, and how this differs from a deep fryer or oven
• Which cooking oils Amanda recommends while using your air fryer
• The times when air frying may not actually be healthier than deep frying
• How worried you need to be about acrylamides and other chemicals formed during cooking
• Amanda’s favorite foods to cook in her air fryer
• How an air fryer can help take your veggie game up a notch
• Tips for making crispy, nutritious and delicious food in your air fryer

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