WASHINGTON — So long, trans fat. Artificial trans fat is about to become much more scarce in the U.S. food supply now that the Food and Drug Administration has determined that its main source, partially hydrogenated oils, are not safe for human consumption. The FDA announced on Tuesday that food manufacturers must stop using partially hydrogenated oils within three years. Here’s what you need to know: What is trans fat? Trans fat occurs naturally in meat and dairy products, but artificial trans fat in processed foods can pose significant risks to human health, according to the FDA. Artificial trans fat in the form of partially hydrogenated oils has been added to food since the...
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