Friday, July 28, 2006
Call to label hidden fats in food
Food labels should list "hidden" fats to help reduce coronary heart disease, according to scientists.
Trans fats, the solid fats found in some processed foods, boost "bad" cholesterol levels, increasing the risk of heart disease.
The Oxford team says labelling trans fats content, as well as saturated fats and cholesterol, will enable consumers to make healthier food choices.
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posted by I at 7:39 am
