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.
Saturated fat is considered to be more harmful to one's health compared to trans fat.
No. Trans fats are unsaturated.
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.
Yes, but trans are much worse.
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.
It doesn't have any saturated fat. Because it is clearly written Not a significant source of calories from fat, saturated fat, trans fat ......
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.
Trans fat
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.
an unsaturated fatty acid that has been changed to a saturated fatty acid
no
Trans fat and saturated fat are the unhealthy ones. Trans fat is worse than saturated fat. See also:Different types of fat - which are healthy?Some healthy snacksHow can I lose weight?Could you describe a balanced diet?What features would a good weight-loss program have?