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Created with Fabric.js 1.4.5 Trans Fat What is a Trans Fat? Trans Fat vs. Saturated Fat Trans Fat in Foods Structure Function Saturated fat in food is fat that is saturated with hydrogen atoms and is most often found in animal products. Saturated fats and trans fats are both the types of fat that get negatively talkedabout. They are called bad and unhealthy fats. Common sources of saturated fat include: Beef, Veal, Lamb, Pork, Dairy. Trans fats raise LDL cholesterol and they also lower your HDL, or also known as good, cholesterol. Fats are the most concentrated energy source in our diets. It gives off about 2.5 more times the energy than sugars. Energy is stored in our bodies for the future use in fats. Fats also have a major role in insulating and protecting the human body and the many internal organs it has. Trans fats, which are also sometimes referred to as trans fatty acids, are formed when vegetable and other liquid oils are processed by food manufacturers and made solid or into a more solid liquid. They also increase inflammation and lower the good cholesterol that protects us against heart disease. Trans fats most commonly appear in processed foods. These types of foods include commercially baked goods such as crackers, cookies, cakes, fried foods, hard margarines, and shortening etc. It is always a good idea to be cautious of fried foods in restaurants. Trans fats most commonly appear in processed foods. These foods include commercially baked goods such as crackers, cookies, cakes, fried foods, margarines, and shortening, etc. It is important to be aware of fried foods in restaurants because these often contain added trans fats. The added trans fats make it easier to prepare foods faster. Trans fats most commonly appear in processed foods. These types of foods include commercially baked goods such as crackers, cookies, cakes, fried foods, margarines, shortening, etc. It is important to be aware of fried foods in restaurants because they most often contain added trans fats. Restaurants use the trans fats because it is easier to prepare the foods faster. Avoid Consuming too much of trans fats increases the risk of cardiovascular disease. It is important to know how much intake of trans fat you have. To determine how much trans fat is in your food, check the nutrition label. It is required that manufacturers list the trans fat content on the labels of most pre-packaged foods.
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