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Caring for a senior is sometimes taxing on both the senior and the caregiver. With that, it is important to always find times for fun and celebration. Seniors and loved ones do not have to wait for larger holidays to celebrate as there are plenty of smaller recognized days based on our favorite foods that provide a chance to connect. One such day is National French Fry Day.<\/p>\n
History of the French Fry<\/strong><\/p>\n July 13th is National French Fry Day. French fries are a staple in homes and restaurants across the country. The term \u201cFrench Fried Potatoes\u201d appeared in 1856 in Cookery for Maids of All Work by E. Warren. The use of \u201cFrench\u201d to describe the food appears to have been added when American soldiers entered Belgium during World War I and tasted \u201cBelgium Fries.\u201d They called them \u201cFrench\u201d because that was the language spoken by the Belgium army at the time.<\/p>\n Also known as chips, fries, or finger chips, French fries are a classic food that comes in many shapes and sizes (sticks, wedges, waffled, curly), and in different flavors (plain, Cajun, lemon pepper, truffle). With the need to manage health concerns paramount, seniors can select healthier vegetables to make French Fries like sweet potato, broccoli, or cauliflower.<\/p>\n How to celebrate French Fry Day<\/strong><\/p>\n National French Fry Day provides an opportunity for both seniors and family caregivers to be creative a try new variations of a traditional side dish. Below are a few fun options for French Fry Day:<\/p>\n