The answer isn’t a clear-cut yes or no. Air fryers tend to be a healthier option than traditional frying methods. A study published in the International Food Research Journal indicated that potato strips cooked using an air fryer absorbed less oil and moisture than ones that had been deep-fried. Because air fryers reduce the oil absorbed by a food, they also lower its overall fat content and calories. In fact, some manufacturers claim that using their air fryers can reduce the fat content of some foods by up to 75 percent. However, healthier doesn’t necessarily mean healthy. Women’s Health warns that, while food cooked in air fryers tends to be healthier than deep-fried alternatives, you shouldn’t eat any type of fried food for every meal. Instead, use your air fryer to whip up a more wholesome version of a comfort food recipe you love or add am extra crunch to a nutritious ingredient, such as vitamin- and antioxidant-packed sweet potatoes. The body converts complex, healthy carbs, such as those found in vegetables and whole grains, into glycogen that it can use as an energy source. As you look for recipes for your air fryer, keep an eye out for dishes that feature these healthy complex carbs to reduce the dietary fat in your diet.