Heart Health ImageHeart Health image                                       Unlocking the mystery of  avoiding a heart attack

 

Trans Fats Will Clog Your Heart

  • el
  • pt
  • Trans fats are far and away the worst
    fats that you can consume.

    The Hidden Killer Fat
    These "killer" fats are formed by pumping hydrogen into an oil to make it solid and increase the shelf life. This process changes the molecular structure and turns a perfectly good oil into a toxic product. Any oil heated to a high temperature for deep frying (as in French fries) is loaded with trans fat—even if it is a vegetable oil.

    Whenever you see “partially hydrogenated oil” on the label you know it has trans fats and should not be included in nutrition for life. This includes most packaged foods and margarines, including those that say "cholesterol free". A very clever advertising trick.

    Udo says that these artificial fats impair the protective barrier around cells, which is vital for keeping cells alive and healthy. Allergic reactions may result and immune function may be impaired.

    In the ongoing Nurses Health Study each 2% increase in trans fat consumption converted to a whopping 93% increase in coronary heart disease.

    A study published in The Lancet in 1994 showed that almost three-quarters of the fat found clogging arteries is trans fat,

    Trans fats are not well understood by the general public. No wonder. They’re not even listed on the FDA “nutrition” labels. You have to be a detective to search out the hidden trans fats. 

    Trans Fat Tip 
    If the sum of the fats listed on the label does not add up to the “total fats” the missing fats are trans fats. Example:

    Total Fats        15 grams

    Saturated Fat         6 grams

    Monounsaturated  4 grams

    Polyunsaturated    2 grams

    Adds up to 12

    The missing 3 grams are trans fats. (Sneaky huh?)

    Don't Miss the
    Heart Health Newsletter

    You'll receive  information
    that will help
    you keep
    your heart ticking
    like a fine watch.

    Subscribe

     

    Policosanol

    Clinically proven to beat Zocor and other statins without side effects!

     

     

     

    Shop to your
    "heart's content"
    at our store

    Consumer Notice:

    The statements herein have not been evaluated or approved by the Food and Drug Administration or the Federal Trade Commission.

    The information on this website is for educational purposes only and makes no claim that its products are meant to treat, diagnose cure or prevent disease.

    If you have a medical condition, we recommend that you consult a health-care professional.

    Copyright 2025-2005 Heart-Health-For-Life.com. All Rights Reserved.   Have questions? Click on the "Contact Gene" link above for more information about trans fats