fully hydrogenated vegetable fat
Also listed as: Graisse végétale totalement hydrogénée, Komplett hydriertes Pflanzenfett, Grasa vegetal totalmente hidrogenada, Grassi vegetali totalmente idrogenati, Volledig gehydrogeneerde plantaardig vet
Fully hydrogenated vegetable fat is a trans-fat-free saturated fat. It primarily consists of stearic acid, which has a neutral effect on LDL cholesterol compared to other saturated fats.
- MicroplasticsNot flagged
- SugarsNot flagged
- Seed OilsNot flagged
- Heart / Cardiovascular
- Metabolic / Pancreas
- FDAApproved for food use (GRAS as a fat / coating component).
- EFSAPermitted food ingredient under general lipid safety regulations.
PubMed References
Cardiovascular health effects of stearic acid, a unique saturated fatty acid(2009)
PubMed (PMID 19939984)→Last reviewed: May 2026
FAQ
Is fully hydrogenated vegetable fat bad for you?
Fully hydrogenated vegetable fat is a trans-fat-free saturated fat. It primarily consists of stearic acid, which has a neutral effect on LDL cholesterol compared to other saturated fats.
What does fully hydrogenated vegetable fat do to your body?
fully hydrogenated vegetable fat primarily affects: Heart / Cardiovascular, Metabolic / Pancreas.
How often is it safe to consume fully hydrogenated vegetable fat?
Daily: Limit daily consumption as it contributes to elevated saturated fat intake.. Weekly: Safe in moderate amounts in processed foods.. Monthly: Completely safe..
What products contain fully hydrogenated vegetable fat?
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