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Surprising study finds processed fats may not harm heart health


A new study offers reassurance about the safety of certain processed fats found in everyday foods. Interesterified fats made from palm or plant oils didn’t raise cholesterol or cause metabolic harm in healthy adults. The research challenges the idea that all processed fats are dangerous and shows that food technology can replace trans fats safely.

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