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Just what is the skinny on those trans fatty acids that are so bad for you? Donuts, stick margarines, French fries, cookies and other tasty snacks are loaded with them. And this summer the Food and ...

Recent studies provide insight into the mechanism of disorders caused by trans-fatty acid consumption and suggest potential targets for treatment. Tohoku University researchers have found that ...

Wageningen, the Netherlands - Dutch researchers have found that people replacing the saturated fatty acids in their diets with trans fatty acids experience a dip in their serum HDL cholesterol and ...

Vegetable oils derived from soybeans, canola, and other seed crops are already widely used for cooking, to make biodiesel fuel, and as solvents for inks and paints. Chemists could do much more with ...

Trans-fatty acids (TFA) are a major cause of cardiovascular diseases. These harmful fats can accumulate along artery walls, restricting blood flow and increasing the risk of heart attacks. According ...