Trans-fats and coronary heart disease.

摘要

This article discusses industrially synthesised trans fatty acids (TFAs), and the risks associated with coronary heart disease and diabetes, with particular reference made to effects of TFAs on cholesterol levels. [Presented at a workshop entitled "Decision-making for recommendations and communication based on totality of food-related research" sponsored by the International Life Sciences Institute, held in Washington DC, USA, on Dec. 15, 2008.]