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The phrase “trans fat” is not yet a household name, but it will be soon. Why? Because trans fats are directly linked to heart disease, and are proven to raise cholesterol levels, cause pain and induce inflammation. What’s worse, trans fats are believed to cause cancer.
You know this deadly killer by another, more socially accepted name: partially hydrogenated oil.
The problem with partially hydrogenated oil and other trans fat oils is that they cannot be properly digested by the body. Instead, the chemical composition of these oils acts as a toxic catalyst, causing normal body processes to become dangerously abnormal. This, in turn, leads to the beginning of minor and major health problems, including heart attack.
So which foods are the worst offenders? You’ll find high amounts of trans fat oils in peanut butter, margarine, butter replacements, processed cheeses, crackers, cookies, cupcakes, potato chips, pretzels…and the list goes on and on. But the biggest trans fat health threat is found in fast food French fries.
What’s the best way to beat trans fat? Start reading food labels and eliminate foods that are high in trans fat and sugar. Eat more vegetables. Exercise regularly. And schedule routine chiropractic adjustments in order to enhance your body’s natural ability to ward off sickness. Remember, you only get one body in this lifetime. Take steps to protect it and keep it as healthy as possible.
[Source: Dr. John Madeira’s book, Setting Things Straight]
Your Health and Vitality Mentor, Dr. Rob Anderson from Vitality Chiropractic of Highlands Ranch
