trans fat deteriorates the heart?

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yubbers9@yahoo.com - 25 Sep 2006 20:11 GMT

Hi all,

I heard a biologist mention in passing that there is
some new research exists that says that trans fat (TFA)
somehow reduces the size of the heart, or deteriorates it.

Does anyone know who did that research?

I also heard that it inflames the heart, which
I know is research out of Denmark.

Thanks.

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Ben - 30 Sep 2006 12:52 GMT

Read all about it.

http://www.fda.gov/fdac/features/2003/503_fats.html

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trans_fat

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Quentin Grady - 30 Sep 2006 20:24 GMT

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On Sat, 30 Sep 2006 19:52:05 +0800, "Ben"
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>Read all about it.
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>http://www.fda.gov/fdac/features/2003/503_fats.html
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>http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trans_fat

G'day G'day Folks,

The trans fat found in processed food where oils have been partially
hydrogenated is elaidic acid. It is also produced in smaller amounts
when fats are repeatedly used for deep frying and when fats are
deodorised. Elaidic acid is the trans structural isomer of the
beneficial cis monounsaturated fatty acid, oleic acid found in olives,
avocados, nuts etc.

Manufacturers of supermarket foods apparently like elaidic acid
because of its superior shelf life, flavour stability etc.

The trans fat found in small quantities in cheese and other products
from ruminants is a different trans fat, vaccinic acid. IMHO it is
important to notice the source of the trans fat, elaidic acid being
more harmful to health.

Best wishes,

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