trans fat

noun

: a fat containing trans-fatty acids

Examples of trans fat in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web What is trans fat and how is it connected to cholesterol? Bryant Stamford, The Courier-Journal, 29 Feb. 2024 Just cutting down on the saturated and trans fats found in meat, dairy, and junk, as well as reducing intake of the dietary cholesterol found mostly in eggs, is unlikely to get most people to the target. Michael Greger, Fortune Well, 5 Dec. 2023 Foods high in saturated fat, trans fat, alcohol, and refined sugar can also mess with the gut microbiome and trigger inflammatory responses.9 Scientists have long suspected that some fats can trigger immune responses that cause inflammation.10 But not all fats are harmful. Claire Bugos, Verywell Health, 18 Oct. 2023 The guidelines also say to avoid trans fats, which are known to increase the risk of heart disease, stroke and type 2 diabetes. USA TODAY, 4 Sep. 2023 Some foods a person may eat on the keto diet—such as meats or eggs—may contain sources of saturated fats or trans fats, which can raise LDL. Amanda MacMillan, Health, 16 June 2023 They are made without high fructose corn syrup and have 0 grams of trans fat. Mike Snider, USA TODAY, 17 Aug. 2023 Trans Fats In addition to raising LDL (bad) cholesterol and the risk of heart disease, trans fats may also be bad for your skin. Kiera Aaron, Health, 12 Aug. 2023 Certain diet adjustments, such as decreasing carbohydrates, increasing protein, avoiding trans fats, and minimizing alcohol, can all help. Fiorella Valdesolo, Vogue, 16 Aug. 2023

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Word History

First Known Use

1978, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of trans fat was in 1978

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“Trans fat.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/trans%20fat. Accessed 29 Mar. 2024.

Medical Definition

trans fat

noun
: a fat containing trans-fatty acids
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