Dietitians emphasize that fat is an essential element of our diet. Among other things, it affects the absorption of vitamins A, D, E and K, affects the proper functioning of the endocrine and nervous systems. In addition, fat is a source of energy, protects the body against heat loss, and also stabilize the position of the organs in the abdomen. It is recommended to choose products containing above all Omega-3 and omega-6 unsaturated fatty acids, such as fish, olive oil, avocado, stones and nuts. Unfortunately, in our store baskets they often land high Processed products rich in trans fats, which in larger quantities are extremely harmful to health. We will tell you how they affect the body, and where is the most trans fats.
Trans fats are formed during the hydrogenation (hardening) process of vegetable fats. It aims to extend the durability and freshness of food products to which they are added, as well as improve their consistency. Unfortunately Trans fats contained in partially hardened vegetable oils have a very unfavorable effect on health. However, due to the fact that the use of partially hardened fats gives a lot of economic benefits (such food is cheaper, it can be stored longer), producers are happy to use them.
Doctor of dietetics Bartek Kulczyński, emphasizes that Already a small amount of trans fat consumed regularly increases the risk of diseases such as atherosclerosis, heart attack or diabetes. Moreover, food containing trans fats is usually high in calorie, so eaten in large quantities contributes to overweight and obesity. Therefore, high -processed foods, because it is usually in it trans fats, it should be in a healthy menu as the least.
Doctor Bartek Kulczyński mentions a number of negative effects of eating rich food in Trans fats. Above all They have a terrible effect on the circulatory system, their regular consumption increases the level of “bad” blood cholesterol, and also causes the development of atherosclerosis. Increase the risk of occurrence stroke and heart attack. It is also worth adding that trans fats contribute to the formation of inflammation and oxidative stressso they have carcinogenic. Among other things, they can contribute to the development of prostate, breast and large intestine cancer. If you often reach for food containing trans fats, you also negatively affect your liver. Such food can lead to non -alcoholic fatty liver and hepatitis. That’s not all Trans fats impair the intestinal microflora, which may negatively affect the body’s immunity.
Trans fats reduce the formation of new nerve cellswhich causes the nervous system to age faster. If your diet consists primarily of sweets, fast-food or sweet pastries, you may have difficulties in focusing or remembering. That is why such products are unfavorable for students or mentally working people.
In what products will we find trans fats? First of all, in those that, unfortunately, many people consider the tastiest. We are talking here, of course, Fr. sweets, salty snacks, and fast-food. We will also find them in, which is often added to baking, which, as home, should be healthier in theory than those from the store. Such fats are often on the list of ingredients cookies, cookies or inconspicuous biscuits. Trans fats are also present in popular melted cheese, lubrication mixes, Chinese soups and other ready dishes.
Although dietary awareness increases from year to year, manufacturers still use trans fats in their products. Interestingly, In Dani in 2003, after research, which proved that they have a negative impact on health, the Danish council for nutrition banned the addition of trans fats to food.
Worst of all, in most European countries, including in Poland, manufacturers often do not post information on the content of trans fats on product packaging. To avoid packing in the basket of such food, on labels Look for “partly hydrogenated or hardened” markings.
Sources: Teragota.pl, YUBTube: @drbartekpl, planeta.pl
