Vegetable oils, derived from seeds, nuts, and some fruits, are commonly used in cooking and baking. While some may offer ...

Hydrogenated vegetable oil is a common ingredient in many processed foods. Many manufacturers prefer this oil for its low cost and long shelf life. However, it’s associated with several serious side ...

One use of hydrogenated oil is to preserve the shelf life of food. Products that contain hydrogenated oils are often highly processed with added sugar and salt. Hydrogenated oil comes in two forms: ...

Picture it: a kitchen cupboard filled with whole wheat crackers, sugar-free cereal, peanut butter and pretzel rods. Sound healthy? Read the labels. According to Dr. Robert Lawrence, associate dean and ...

A palladium-based catalyst on diatomite — a siliceous powder derived from the remains of fossilized algae — could help lower levels of unhealthy ‘trans fats’ in hydrogenated oils like those in ...

SAE International Journal of Fuels and Lubricants, Vol. 10, No. 3 (November 2017), pp. 895-903 (9 pages) Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil (HVO) diesel fuels have the potential to provide a reduced carbon ...

Shortening is a type of fat used in cooking and baking. It’s typically made from hydrogenated vegetable oil and has a long history of use in American kitchens that dates back to the early 1900s.