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trans fatty acid

/træns ˈfæti ˈæsɪd/

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/træns ˈfæti ˈæsɪd/C1formalscientific
  • ruТип ненасыщенного жира, который в небольших количествах встречается в природе в некоторых продуктах животного происхождения, но также производится промышленным путём посредством гидрогенизации растительных масел, часто ассоциируется с негативными последствиями для здоровья.

A type of unsaturated fat that occurs naturally in small amounts in some animal products, but is also produced industrially through hydrogenation of vegetable oils, commonly associated with negative health effects.

  1. Type of unsaturated fatC1formal

    An unsaturated fatty acid with at least one trans double bond, often produced industrially and linked to health risks.

    ruТрансжирная кислота

    • Trans fatty acids are commonly found in processed foods like margarine and baked goods.
    • The FDA has banned the use of artificial trans fatty acids in many food products.
    • Consuming high levels of trans fatty acids can increase the risk of heart disease.