The site it is very well done and addresses some of the issues we have spoken of in the past (ex. how Zero Grams of Trans fat definitely does not mean ZERO transfat).
The Truth About Trans Fat Labeling www.thetruthabouttransfat.com/
Why is trans fat so bad? From NPR:
"Trans fats consumed at high enough levels have the triple whammy effect of increasing bad cholesterol, lowering good cholesterol and raising triglycerides — all of which contribute to the risk of heart disease."
How bad is trans fat? The American Heart Association recommends you get less than 2% of calories from trans fat!
"For example, if you eat 2,000 total calories a day, your daily limits should be less than 2 grams (less than 20 of those calories) from trans fats."
Best advice, avoid trans fat. Avoid products with "partially hydrogenated" or "hydrogenated" oils in their ingredients.
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