Understanding Trans Fats: Risks and Recommendations

Question
HI:Is there any amount of transfat that's acceptable?
thanks

Answer
Hello Larry!

   Thank you for your nutrition question. While scientific reports have confirmed the relationship between trans fat and an increased risk of heart disease, none has recommended an amount of trans fat that FDA could use to establish a Daily Value (DV). However, a good rule of thumb to remember is that we should limit our daily fat intake to 30% or less of our daily calories. In order to limit trans fats in your diet choose heart healthy fats including nuts, avocado, peanut butter and trans fat free margarines such as Promise and Smart Beat. Hope this helps.
-George Rapitis, Nutrtitionist
http://www.juiceblend.com