University:
Liberty University
Course:
BIOM 500 | Introduction to Biomedical Sciences
Academic year:

2024
Views:

271

Pages:

5
Author:

Sheha A.

Trans Fatty Acids Isomers of monounsaturated fatty acids Possess one or more double bonds with hydrogen atoms on the opposite sides of the double bond. Also known as trans fatty acids. Trans fatty acids possess double bonds and are geometric isomers of unsaturated fatty acids (cis-fatty acids). Trans fatty acids are formed as a result of the action of microorganisms on fat, converting cis-fats to trans-fats. * These oils, when added to food products, do not increase the shelf life of various foods. * These are present in cakes, cookies, microwave popcorn, frozen pizza, etc. **Clinical significance** * These increase LDL and decrease HDL and promotes cholesterolgenesis and heart disease. * These are known to be highly detrimental to health. Their consumption is associated with an increased risk of various diseases including diabetes. * These have been implicated in several chronic information diseases, resistance, elevated LDL, reduced HDL.