According to the National Academy of Sciences (panel that attempted to set a safe intake level for trans-fatty acids) The report confirmed previous findings about the relationship of trans-fatty acids and the risk of heart disease, and concluded with this recommendation: "The only safe intake of trans-fat is zero." If the product label says 'hydrogenated or partially hydrogenated, DO NOT EAT IT. 8/02 Thanks to Health Sciences Institute http://www.agoramail.net J Nutr, 4/04 Remember we are NOT Doctors and have NO medical training. This site is like an Encylopedia - there are many pages, many links on many topics. Support our work with any size DONATION - see left side of any page - for how to donate. You can help raise awareness of CAM.