Look for: The FDA has banned their use in the U.S., but they may be found in packaged foods from other countries—so always read ingredients and avoid anything with “partially hydrogenated oils.”
Look for: The FDA has banned their use in the U.S., but they may be found in packaged foods from other countries—so always read ingredients and avoid anything with “partially hydrogenated oils.” No specific limit has been set for natural trans fats. The WHO recommends limiting all trans fats to <1% of your total daily calories (less than 2.2 grams if you eat 2,000 calories).