All of the following are true regarding trans fats EXCEPT:

1.dietary recommendations are to limit consumption to no more than 10% of total calories.
2.they are a result of the hydrogenation process.
3.they are known to increase risk for heart disease.
4.they are a type of unsaturated fat present in shortening, pastries, and hydrogenated oils.


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