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Trans fats have a different structure than saturated fats, specifically the chemical structure is more rigid, allowing them to be solids at room temperature and thus not easily broken down or digested in the body.

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Which type of fat, trans fat or saturated fat, is considered to be more harmful to one's health?

Saturated fat is considered to be more harmful to one's health compared to trans fat.


Is saturated fat a trans fat?

No. Trans fats are unsaturated.


What is difference between saturated fat and trans fats?

All saturated fats are considered unhealthy because three chain lengths of saturated fatty acid raise total cholesterol slightly. This is a mistake not supported by research. Trans fats are also regarded as unhealthy and the scientific evidence affirms the belief.


Saturated fats and trans fats raise the body's total cholesterol?

Yes, but trans are much worse.


Are hydrogenated oils the same as trans fat?

No, saturated fats and trans fats are different. Saturated fat increases low-density lipoprotein, which is bad for you. Trans fats do the same thing, but also lower high-density lipoprotein, which is good for you. Trans fats are a lot worse.


How much saturated fat is in sprite?

It doesn't have any saturated fat. Because it is clearly written Not a significant source of calories from fat, saturated fat, trans fat ......


Why are the chemical structures of trans and saturated fatty acids similar?

The chemical structures of trans and saturated fatty acids are similar because they both have straight carbon chains with no double bonds. This similarity in structure affects their physical properties and how they function in the body.


What are fats that are worse than saturated fats?

Trans fat


Is Stearic acid a trans fatty acid?

No, stearic acid is a saturated fatty acid found in various animal and plant fats. It is not considered a trans fatty acid, which are mostly found in partially hydrogenated oils.


What is trans fat-?

an unsaturated fatty acid that has been changed to a saturated fatty acid


Do Americans eat more trans fats than saturated fat?

no


Which fat is healthier trans fat or unsaturated fat or saturated fat?

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