Trans fats actually occur naturally in animal fat and dairy, but at much smaller concentrations than the amount used in processed foods. Trans fats also have no nutritional value.

Some common grocery store foods contain much higher levels of heart-hazardous trans fats than you think. Here’s how to spot it on the label.

Frozen meatballs offer a quick and easy protein option, but not all are created equal. Many store-bought varieties are high in sodium, saturated fat, preservatives, and fillers, making them far from a ...

Trans fats actually occur naturally in animal fat and dairy, but at much smaller concentrations than the amount used in processed foods. Trans fats also have no nutritional value.

Food should nourish us, not kill us. It's time for countries to ban trans fat from grocery store shelves and help prevent heart disease.

Many restaurants and fast-food joints fry their french fries, fish, chicken and doughnuts in partially hydrogenated oils and shortenings, making these foods filled with trans fats. The FDA is ...

Trans fats raise cholesterol levels and the risk of stroke and diabetes. WebMD explains how to read beyond nutrition labels to keep trans fat consumption to a minimum.

Even worse: Some 87% of foods that contain partially hydrogenated oils—the most ubiquitous source of trans fat in our food supply—don't disclose their trans fat content anywhere on the packaging.

Trans fat can make food tasty, but it's bad for your heart. Here's what you need to know about 8 popular types of food that may have hidden trans fat.

One in 10 packaged foods still contains trans fats, according to a new study. The problematic oils give foods a rich taste and texture and extend shelf life, but have been linked to heart disease.

Why hydrogenate? Hydrogenation increases the shelf life and flavor stability of foods. Indeed, trans fats can be found in a laundry list of foods including vegetable shortening, margarine ...