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 American Heart Association -Trans Fat OverviewAmerican Heart Association -Trans Fat Overview
 Reports on recent studies that show potential cholesterol-raising effects of trans fatty acids have raised public concern about the use of margarine and whether other options, including butter, might be better choices.
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Ban Trans FatsBan Trans Fats
 Advocacy site urging the banning of trans fatty acids. Contains consumer and product news and information on trans fats.
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Havard University School of Publich HealthHavard University School of Publich Health
 Provides an article entitled: Higher Trans Fat Levels in Blood Associated With Elevated Risk of Heart Disease.
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In the Matter of Food Labeling: Trans Fatty Acids in Nutrition Labeling, Nutrient Content Claims and Health Claims; Reopening of the Comment PeriodIn the Matter of Food Labeling: Trans Fatty Acids in Nutrition Labeling, Nutrient Content Claims and Health Claims; Reopening of the Comment Period
 Report to the FDA featuring background information and scientific evidence on trans fatty acids.
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Institute of Food Science and Technology - Trans Fatty AcidsInstitute of Food Science and Technology - Trans Fatty Acids
 Position paper explaining the sources of trans fatty acids, their links to coronary heart disease, and recommendations.
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Nutrition Action Healthletter - Trans FatNutrition Action Healthletter - Trans Fat
 Article provide consumers with recommendations for avoiding trans fats when eating out.
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Questions and Answers on Trans Fat Proposed RuleQuestions and Answers on Trans Fat Proposed Rule
 1999 FDA report explaining the composition of trans fats and proposed label standards.
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Revealing Trans FatsRevealing Trans Fats
 FDA consumer article provides awareness of the risk posed by consuming too much saturated fat, trans fat, and cholesterol.
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Transforming Perceptions About Trans Fatty AcidsTransforming Perceptions About Trans Fatty Acids
 Article examining adverse health claims made against the trans fats used to replace saturated fats in prepared foods.
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