Trans Fat Facts and Fiction

1. Most of the trans fats used is made during a process called partial hydrogenation. What does it do?

A. Changes liquid oil to solid B. Changes solid oil to liquid C. Combines saturated and unsaturated fats

2. You might find trans fats in:

A. Vegetable oil and pastries B. Doughnuts and french fries C. Margarine D. All of the above

3. Your best daily dose of trans fat is:

A. 20 grams B. 10 milligrams C. None

4. Trans fats can lead to heart disease because:

A. They cause obesity B. They raise the level of LDL ("bad") cholesterol in the blood C. They make the lungs work harder

5. The FDA requires that:

A. Food labels list the amount of trans fat per serving B. Food labels list trans fats under saturated fat content C. Both

6. The best way to avoid trans fats is:

A. Eat a high-sugar diet B. Eat fewer processed foods C. Cut back on the amount of calories you eat

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