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Diet Advice About Trans-FatsWhat are Trans-Fats?The name "Trans-Fat" describes a type of fat that starts life as a polyunsaturated fat and is "transformed" into saturated fat. Like any type of saturated fat, it is neither a neccesary nor a healthy part of our diet. It is also called hydrogenated or partially hydrogenated fat. Hydrogenation: How to Make Trans-FatsThe food industry uses hydrogenation to reduce rancidity, and to utilize cheaper fats. Hydrogenation involves adding hydrogen atoms to each molecule of polyunsaturated oil. This makes the oil solid and less likely to become rancid. Unfortunately, the hydrogenated or trans-fats that are created as a result of this process are saturated, and as we know - saturated fat raises cholesterol levels. Sources of Trans-FatMainly found in solid or semi-solid margarines, trans-fats are also in commercial cooking oils used to produce many processed foods. The only way to avoid this type of processed saturated fat is to study food labels carefully and avoid foods that include trans-fats, hydrogenated fat or partially hydrogenated fat. Dietary Fat ResourcesBest Fats
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