Trans fats are a type of unsaturated fat commonly found in partially hydrogenated oils. Though these fats increase the shelf life of the product, they wreak havoc on your health. The trans fat increases LDL (low-density lipoprotein) and total cholesterol while decreasing beneficial HDL. To keep the cholesterol in check, avoid foods that contain trans fats such as margarine, shortening, pastries, baked goods, fried fast food, certain pizzas, and nondairy coffee creamers.
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