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trans fat
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trans fat  (trns)
n.
1. A trans fatty acid.
2. Trans fatty acids considered as a group.

trans fat  (trns)
A fat containing trans fatty acids.


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In the absence of broader changes in food policy and public education, news coverage may be insufficient to produce lasting reductions in trans-fat purchases and consumption," said Dr.
Dr Wayne Anderson, chief specialist of food science with the FSAI, said: "Public awareness of trans-fat in foods has been increasing over the past few years amid scientific evidence that they have very unfavourable effects on blood cholesterol levels.
New York City has banned restaurants from using trans fats in their frying oils, and next year it will require all menu items to be trans-fat free.
 
 
 
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