Fewer Foods with Excessive Trans Fats Now Available in Ukraine
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According to a study by the World Health Organization (WHO), the share of food products in Ukrainian stores that contain trans fats above the permissible limit has decreased to 14%. This means it has become easier for shoppers to find products that are safer for their health.
Trans fats are harmful to the heart and blood vessels. They can raise levels of bad cholesterol in the blood, which increases the risk of cardiovascular disease. For this reason, the WHO has long recommended that countries limit their consumption and monitor the content of these fats in food products.
The study notes that changes have taken place in stores that sell a variety of food items. It is important that, for Ukrainian consumers, this is a positive trend, since fewer dangerous products on the shelves help them take better care of their own health.
Experts emphasize that reading product labels and paying attention to information about fats remains a useful habit. Even after the reduction in the share of such goods, shoppers should still carefully choose products for themselves and their families.
Sources: УП. Життя
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