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The prefix trans means beyond. This even true for trans fat.

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In the context of trans fat, "trans" refers to the chemical structure of the fat molecule. Trans fats are created through the process of hydrogenation, which changes the configuration of double bonds in unsaturated fats. Trans fats are known to be unhealthy and can increase the risk of Heart disease.

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What is 0 gram trans fat mean?

That there is no trans fat in the item, or that there is less than 0.5 grams of trans fat.


When a nutrition labels states that something has 0 grams of trans fat this might not mean there are no trans fats in the food?

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Does 0 grams of trans fat guarantees that there are no trans fats in the food?

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