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Reports on recent studies that show potential cholesterol-raising effects of trans fatty acids have raised public concern about the use of margarine and whether other options, including butter, might be better choices.
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Advocacy site urging the banning of trans fatty acids. Contains consumer and product news and information on trans fats.
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Article describing the prevalence of trans fats in packaged foods, the controversy over labeling trans fat content, and buying recommendations.
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Provides an article entitled: Higher Trans Fat Levels in Blood Associated With Elevated Risk of Heart Disease.
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Report to the FDA featuring background information and scientific evidence on trans fatty acids.
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Position paper explaining the sources of trans fatty acids, their links to coronary heart disease, and recommendations.
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Article provide consumers with recommendations for avoiding trans fats when eating out.
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1999 FDA report explaining the composition of trans fats and proposed label standards.
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FDA consumer article provides awareness of the risk posed by consuming too much saturated fat, trans fat, and cholesterol.
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Article examining adverse health claims made against the trans fats used to replace saturated fats in prepared foods.