NEGATIVE EFFECTS OF TRANS FAT IN YOUR BODY
1.They put your heart health at stake
Artificial trans fat can increase the risk of heart disease. Studies show that people consuming trans fats experience a significant increase in LDL or bad cholesterol.
Moderate intake of natural trans fats increase HDL, while negatively affecting lipoproteins, according to a study by Harvard Medical School.
2. They also increase your risk of diabetes
Scientists say that a vast majority of cases of type 2 diabetes could be prevented by the adoption of a healthier lifestyle.
This includes a diet high in cereal fiber and polyunsaturated fats and low in trans fats and glycemic load.
3. They increase inflammation
There have been several studies that show that trans fats increase inflammatory markers leading to chronic illnesses like heart disease, diabetes and arthritis. They are especially harmful for people who already have excess body fat.
4.They affect your blood vessels too
Researchers have found that when trans fats replaced saturated fats, the HDL in arteries dropped by 21 % and artery dilation was impaired as well.
As per WHO, eliminating trans fats is key to protecting health and saving lives. WHO estimates that every year its intake leads to more than 500,000 deaths of people from cardiovascular disease.
