Trans fats are linked to raise the LDL cholesterol levels in your blood and lower your good (HDL) cholesterol levels. Regular consumption of foods rich intrans fats increases your risk of developing type 2 diabetes, heart disease and stroke. What foods should I avoid? Trans fats can exist in any and all foods that you …

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Many processed foods are labelled as Low Fat, right from the packet of your favourite chips or low fat yoghurt or ice cream. What goes in to these so called Low Fat foods? Artificial colors and sweeteners Added flavors Stabilisers Added sugar and salt Brown rice syrup Evaporated cane juice High fructose Corn Syrup Periodically …

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It is quite a pity that fats have earned a reputation to be bad for health but that is not entirely true. Certain types of fat are not only good for your health but are in fact essential. Linolenic acid and Linoleic acid are two such fatty acids which cannot be made by the body …

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