A REVIEW ON TRANS FATS, THE SUGARCOATED CULPRIT

Abstract

Trans fats or hydrogenated fats or trans fatty acids are unsaturated fatty acids in trans configuration. Trans fats are used predominantly in food industries for their desirable taste and texture. However, extensive usage of trans fatty acids has adverse health effects including cardiovascular disease, diabetes mellitus, obesity and cancer. To keep the track of usage and consumption of trans fats various regulations are stringently being followed all across the world.