Secrets About Fries That Restaurants Don't Want You to Know

While they'll never win any health awards, you'll be surprised at the secrets that your favorite fast-food restaurant fries are hiding

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The price markups on fries are wild

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Fast food fries are designed to be addictive

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McDonald's fries feature an artificial beef flavoring

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Carl's Jr./Hardee's fries have up to 23 ingredients

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Most fast food fries are pre-cut and frozen

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The fries are even saltier than you think

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Many fries also contain hidden sugars and extra starches

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