Research
Molecular
Major brand-name reformulations generally reduced the trans fat content substantially without making equivalent increases in saturated fat content.
Food manufacturers can reformulate products to lower trans fat without increasing saturated fat.
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Major brand-name reformulations generally reduced the trans fat content substantially without making equivalent increases in saturated fat content.
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The study involves major brand-name food reformulations, indicating a robust analysis.
Source
Food Reformulations to Reduce Trans Fatty Acids
Dariush Mozaffarian et al. · New England Journal of Medicine · 2010
DOI 10.1056/nejmc1001841
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