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07/05/2012
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Sao Paulo - The company tested 53 products from nine different categories to see if the products have trans fat or not and compare with the amount indicated on the label.
In tests, the Pringles potato on the label that displays the message that percentage has zero trans fats showed that the product actually has 0.42 grams of trans fat per serving of 30 grams. What according to the Institute demonstrates a disregard for the consumer who believes he is consuming a food less greasy.
Other potatoes analyzed brands Carrefour, Qualitá, Ruffles, Stax Original and Yokitos passed the test by presenting 0% trans fat, as described on product packaging.
Care
According to the company there is no standardization in the name given considered trans fat. It can be found on the packaging with the following names: hydrogenated fats, hydrogenated vegetable fat and partially hydrogenated fat.
Trans fats are permitted by law provided that the product contains quantities less than or equal to 0.2 grams per serving of food.
An adult can consume no more than 2 grams per day of fat. However, it is best to avoid it.
Results
Overall, 68% of the analyzed products have no trans fat in its composition. Among them are ready cakes chocolate brands, Bauducco, Casa Suíça Nutrella, Panco and Pulman and lasagna Bolognese Carrefour, Rezende, Sadia and Perdigao.
Source: MSN News
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