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Trans Fat: When Zero Isn't Really Zero

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Labels are allowed to claim zero grams of trans fat if they have fewer than 0.49 grams, according to the FDA.  To avoid even trace amounts of these harmful fats, don't eat foods with partially hydrogenated oils. (iStockphoto.com)
Labels are allowed to claim zero grams of trans fat if they have fewer than 0.49 grams, according to the FDA. To avoid even trace amounts of these harmful fats, don't eat foods with partially hydrogenated oils. (iStockphoto.com)

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