Trans fat
What it is
Trans fats contain unsaturated fatty acids with at least one double bond in the trans configuration.
What it does
They can arise in ruminant foods or certain processing conditions.
Research context and ingredient forms
The chemical term describes molecular structure; it is distinct from total fat or saturated fat.
Using this information
Use the product label and ingredient information. A generic historical food record may not describe a reformulated product sold today.
Scientific Research & References
- Interactive Nutrition Facts Label: Trans Fat
U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Limitations: Supports the bounded definition or statement mapped to it. This source alone does not establish a food- or product-specific clinical benefit.
Source assessment recorded.
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Products containing it
No label-specific product relationship has been reviewed for this entry.