Association between trans fatty acid intake and cardiovascular risk factors in Europe: The TRANSFAIR study

Article Abstract:

High intakes of trans fatty acids (TFA) can have an undesirable effect on serum lipid profiles and may increase the risk for cardiovascular disease. A study assessed food consumption and TFA intake in men and women in eight European countries, based on dietary history. It was concluded that current European intake rates of TFAs are not linked to unfavourable serum lipid profiles.

Cardiovascular diseases

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Alpha-linolenic acid in rapeseed oil partly compensates for the effect of fish restriction on plasma long chain n-3 fatty acids

Article Abstract:

Alpha linolenic acid (ALA) in rapeseed oil (RO) is metabolized to eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) in humans, and compensates for the effect of dietary fish restriction on the plasma long chain n-3 fatty acid content. The effect of the RO diet is similar to a weekly diet of 50-100 g of fatty fish. The proportion of EPA decreases in individuals who are fed a diet containing Trisun-sunflower oil (TSO), but not in those who are fed RO. The proportions of plasma triglycerides and cholesterol ester ALA decrease with the TSO diet and increase with RO diet, as compared to the base level.

Physiological aspects, Observations, Fishes, Linolenic acids, Linolenic acid, Rapeseed oil, Rape oil

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Intake of fatty acids in Western Europe with emphasis on trans fatty acids: the TRANSFAIR study

Article Abstract:

A study evaluated the consumption of trans fatty acids (TFA) and other fatty acids in 14 Western European countries. The study found no cause for concern with regards to the current consumption of TFA in most Western European countries. However, the study suggested the reduction of consumption of all cholesterol-increasing fatty acids, including TFA, as several countries were found to derive a substantial proportion of their energy from saturated fatty acids.

Western Europe, Diet

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