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A negative effect of hydrogenated fats is that they often contain trans fats, which can increase the risk of Heart disease by raising LDL (bad) cholesterol levels while lowering HDL (good) cholesterol levels. Additionally, these fats can contribute to inflammation and are linked to various health issues, including obesity and Diabetes. The consumption of hydrogenated fats has been associated with an increased risk of chronic conditions, making them a less healthy dietary choice.
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Hydrogenation produces what kinds of fat?
trans fat
What is the process of fat hydrogenation?
The process of fat hydrogenation involves a high temperature and the involvement of a metallic catalyst. The metallic catalyst either increases or decreases the number of the chemical bonds within the molecules of the substances.
What hydrogenation of oil will yield?
saturated fat
Does Hydrogenation increase a fat's susceptibility to rancidity and shortens its shelf life?
Yes, hydrogenation of fat does increase its shelf life. The hydrogenation of the unsaturated fats usually produces the saturated fats.
Does hydrogenation of fat reduce its calorie content?
Not really, no.
What is hydrogenation and why is it done?
Hydrogenation is the proccess that makes unsaturated fat have characteristics of saturated fat. During the process the shape of the fat molecule changes for cis to trans form. This process increases the risk of heart disease.
What is true of trans fat?
Made through the process of hydrogenation
Does Hydrogenation conatin good fat?
No, hydrogenated oils are solid at room temperature. They are not good for you.
In the process of fat hydrogenation hydrogen atoms are added to which part of the molecule?
Hydrogen atoms are added to the double bonds in unsaturated fatty acids during the process of fat hydrogenation to saturate the bonds and convert the unsaturated fats into saturated fats.
What is a trans fat and how did it get in your margarine?
Unsaturated fat. there is double bonds between the carbons making it semi solid. It gets in margarine by the process of hydrogenation.
What fat is produced through hydrogenation?
Trans fats are produced through hydrogenation, a process in which hydrogen is added to unsaturated fats to make them more solid and stable at room temperature. Consuming trans fats can raise levels of LDL cholesterol (bad cholesterol) in the blood and increase the risk of heart disease.
When an oil is changed to a solid trans fat like in the production of some margarine's what is the process called?
Hydrogenation
