Health Canada Notice of Proposal to Prohibit the Use of Partially Hydrogenated Oils (PHOs) in Foods
Partially hydrogenated oils (PHOs) are the main source of industrially produced trans fats in the Canadian diet, and are found in a wide assortment of foods. There are two main types of PHOs: fully hydrogenated and partially hydrogenated oils. Consuming trans fats has been shown to increase risk of heart…