Artificially created fats, dangerous for the cardiovascular health.
Artificially produced trans fats through partial hydrogenation of vegetable oils, widely used by the food industry but recognized as harmful to health.
Industrial trans fats are formed during the partial hydrogenation of vegetable oils, aiming to improve the stability and texture of food products. Unlike natural trans fats (present in low amounts in some animal foods), industrially produced trans fats are not essential and pose significant health risks. They increase bad cholesterol (LDL) while decreasing good cholesterol (HDL), significantly increasing the risk of cardiovascular diseases. Many governments have reduced or banned their use in food.
Increases the shelf life and modifies the texture of highly processed foods, but severely harms cardiovascular health.
Avoid products containing industrial trans fats as much as possible. Check nutrition labels and look for 'no trans fats' or 'partially hydrogenated' mentions. Prefer natural oils and non-hydrogenated fats for your daily cooking.
Industrial trans fats should be avoided as much as possible due to their proven risks to the heart and arteries.
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