Trans Fats
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Prevent Heart Attacks: Avoid Trans FatsMany heart attacks can be prevented by avoiding eating trans fats, according to two senior doctors; the report is online in the British Medical Journal (2010).
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Easy Way to Tell If Food Has Trans Fats; Don't Trust LabelsTrans fats kill, but you already know that, but do you know how to tell if any particular food contains trans fats?
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Trans FatsAll about trans fats and why they are harmful for humans, especially children. -
Trans Fats Ban Sweeping the NationA growing desire to ban trans fats from food products affects your everyday eating-- and your health!
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Trans Fats: History and Link to Coronary Heart DiseaseTrans fats are now being banned in restaurants all across the United States. What are they and why are they so bad?
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Hidden Dangers of Trans Fats in WomenWe have been hearing a lot about trans fats in the news lately. But do you really know what they may do to your body and health?
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Trans Fats Out, but We're Still Clogging Our ArteriesWhile many food companies have begun phasing out the harmful trans fats, many are simply replacing them with saturated fats -- also an unhealthy choice. Will the American's Heart Association new campaign help us finally make the wise choice?
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Trans Fats Nutrition FactsWhat is all the hype and all the fuss regarding trans fat free food all about? This article contains information you really need to know to make better choices for your health. Learn about trans fats, why you should care and how to avoid them. -
You Are What You Put in Your Mouth-What Trans Fats Do to YouI know its the time of the year when some of us are struggling to get our bikini bodies back, may be take charge of what we eat to keep our cholesterol in check, and shed off the extra pounds. Some people on the other hand just don't care
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Some Trans Fats May Actually Be Good for YouThe big diet evil today is trans fats. They have even been outlawed in some parts of the country. But the ones in dairy products may be good for you after all.
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Understanding the Health Risks of Trans FatsArticle describes some of the important health risks of trans fats and how trans fats can be avoided in the diet
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Eating Trans Fats May Increase Your Risk of Suffering from DepressionResearch in Spain showed a 48% greater risk for depression in those who ate trans fats compared to those who ate a diet rich in olive oil and Omega-3's.
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Trans-Fats and MoodStudy shows trans-fats alter more than just your waistline. -
How to Reduce the Amount of Trans Fats in Your Cooking and BakingArticle describes different food sources of harmful trans fats and how we can avoid or reduce them while cooking and baking.
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Trans-fats & Hydrogenated OilsTrans-fats have invaded our food supply and are quickly killing us. We've heard a lot about them, especially about how food chains are adapting to them. Here's the skinny. -
Why Are Trans Fats Bad for Your Health?Trans fats are bad for you, but do you know why? This article explains the nature of the trans fat in terms of why it is bad for your health.
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Trans Fats: Just the FactsTrans fats are the new bad guy in the world or nutrition. Just what are these fats? Where do they come from and why are they so detrimental to health? Learn how to avoid trans fats and improve your health. -
What Are Trans Fats?There are bad things all around us (we we're all gradually, sadly coming to find out about anything we like) but what's the deal with trans fats?
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Which Foods Contain Trans Fats?Now that we know to look out for Trans Fats, it is important to follow through. There are many foods that contain Trans Fats that many of us would have never expected. Here is a list that answers the question: Which foods contain Trans Fats? -
The Danger of Trans Fats in Your DietTrans fats, also called trans fatty acids, are not natural fats. They are created during the manufacturing process. Hydrogen gas is added to vegetable oils at high temperatures to create a more stable fat.
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How to Remove Trans Fats from Your Breakfast, Lunch & DinnerEliminating trans fats is crucial to successful weight loss
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Trans Fats May Cause InfertilityThe dangers of Trans Fats has been in the news a lot lately but what researchers are now realizing is that too much trans fat may also cause infertility problems for women who are trying to get pregnant. -
The Truth and Facts About Trans FatsThe FDA's recent decision to require all manufacturers to list the amount of trans fats in foods has finally brought light to what is widely considered the most dangerous form of fat. -
Trans Fats: What They Are & How to Avoid ThemTips on identifying foods containing trans fats and how to modify your lifestyle for a healthier you!
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New York Proposes Ban of Trans FatsNew York City has proposed banning the use of trans fats (hydrogenated and partially hydrogenated oils) in restaurant food preparation.
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Trans Fats and the Phony Food FightThe New York Board of Health stepped up to the plate recently and banished trans fats. The people who make this artificial food that last longer than our arteries are upset that food will have a natural shelf life.
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Trans Fats Have Been Banned--what's Next?New York, Philadelphia, and other locations have banned trans fats. However, other foods have been shown to be almost as unhealthy. Does this mean further restrictions on what the public can eat?
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Marriott Joins Move to Ban Trans Fats - and Why It's Not ImportantThe Marriott is fazing out all trans fats. You should probably follow the trend too, banning trans fat from your own kitchen. Except that trans fat is found in all the foods that are bad for you anyway, so does it make a difference?
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Snacking Without Trans FatsLooking for a heart-healthy option when you have a case of the munchies? Here are several snack options, minus the trans fats.
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Interesterified Oils: Are They the New Trans Fats?Although many food manufacturers have removed trans fats from their products, the new replacement, interesterified oils, may be even more of a problem from a health standpoint. Here's what you need to know.
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Healthy Snack Options with Zero Trans-FatsUse this guide to find five healthy snack options with zero trans fats.
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California Bans Trans FatsCalifornia has become the first state of the union to ban trans fats in food. In 2010 it will be unlawful to serve food with trans fats in California restaurants. In 2011, all baked goods with trans fats will be banned in California.
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The Dangers of Trans Fats and How to Avoid ThemInformation on trans fats in foods.
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Take the Heat Off of Trans Fats and Place it on Implementing Healthy Eating Programs in SchoolsTrans fats have become the new diet devil dujour. New York City has banned them from restaurants, Dunkin Doughnuts announced they are removing them from their frying process, and the FDA now requires... -
Trans Fats - the Truth is in the IngredientsDo you find you don't have time to read food package labels? You may want to start reading them. The ingredients list on a package may include "partially hydrogenated oil", which is, in reality, Trans Fat. -
Olive Oil Effectively Lowers Risk of Depression, Avoid Trans FatsOur diet can have a significant impact on our well being and is shown to influence our mental health and risk of depression.
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Popular Kid's Snacks with Hidden Trans FatsParents might find themselves in a store reading the nutritional facts of boxed and baked goods and think upon seeing the 0g of trans fat on the panel that the snack is safe.
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Trans-Fats Just as Deadly as Cigarettes: Why Not Sin-Tax Them?Oakland County Michigan proposed ban of trans-fat raises an alarming question of choice.
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Trans Fats and Partially Hydrogenated Oils - Why They Are Bad for Your Health?Partially hydrogenated vegetable oil is a popular food ingredient rich in trans fatty acids, which are extremely detrimental to health. A diet rich in trans fat consumption is linked with the development of heart disease, diabetes, and stroke.
