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To Cut Trans, Foods Sub Palm Oil For Hydrogenated Oils:
Is This Wise?
Q. I’ve noticed that some foods claiming “zero trans” now have palm oil as an ingredient. Isn’t this just as bad? A. Not necessarily. Yes, companies are getting rid of trans fats in their products by using ingredients like palm oil, which is high in saturated fats. But it may be the lesser of the two evils.
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Can Carbonation Cause Trouble? Facts About the Fizz You Drink
Q. I drink seltzer almost every day. Is the carbonation bad for me? A. In most cases, no. Most carbonated drinks are created by adding carbon dioxide gas. Typically, the gas is simply expelled from the body, either through burping or flatulence. However, there can be some gastrointestinal fallout.
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