Trans fat

A trans fatty acid (commonly shortened to trans fat) is an unsaturated fatty acid whose molecules contain trans double bonds between carbon atoms, which makes the molecules less kinked compared with those of 'cis fat'. Research suggests a correlation between diets high in trans fats and diseases like atherosclerosis and coronary heart disease. The National Academy of Sciences recommended in 2002 that dietary intake of trans fatty acids be minimized.

Related Topics:
Unsaturated - Fatty acid - Molecule - Trans - Double bond - Carbon - Cis fat - Atherosclerosis - Coronary heart disease - National Academy of Sciences

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