Are trans-fatty acids harmful?
Clinical studies have demonstrated that consumption of trans-fatty acids results in higher concentrations of total and LDL “bad” blood cholesterol. However, other studies have indicated that trans-fatty acids have lesser effects on blood cholesterol levels than do saturated fats. In other words, total and LDL cholesterol levels may be raised in a direction similar to saturated fat, but not to the same degree. In addition, trans-fatty acids account for only a small component of total fat intake. Dietary Recommendations There is raised public concern about the consumption of margarine and other partially hydrogenated oils and whether alternative options, such as butter, might be a healthier choice. Because butter is rich in both saturated fat and cholesterol, it is potentially a highly atherogenic food (causes the arteries to be blocked). Margarine on the other hand is made from vegetable fat and provides no dietary cholesterol. The more liquid the margarine, i.e., tub or liquid forms, t
Clinical studies have demonstrated that consumption of trans-fatty acids results in higher concentrations of total and LDL “bad” blood cholesterol. However, other studies have indicated that trans-fatty acids have lesser effects on blood cholesterol levels than do saturated fats. In other words, total and LDL cholesterol levels may be raised in a direction similar to saturated fat, but not to the same degree. In addition, trans-fatty acids account for only a small component of total fat intake. Dietary Recommendations There is raised public concern about the consumption of margarine and other partially hydrogenated oils and whether alternative options, such as butter, might be a healthier choice. Because butter is rich in both saturated fat and cholesterol, it is potentially a highly atherogenic food (causes the arteries to be blocked). Margarine on the other hand is made from vegetable fat and provides no dietary cholesterol. The more liquid the margarine, i.e., tub or liquid forms, t
