trans fatty acids Stories

UN push to eliminate processed fats sparks concerns over food access in poor nations
Alfred Onyango  |  Jul 17, 2025

In May 2025, the UN released a draft declaration proposing the global elimination of trans fats as part of a broader political commitment adopted at t...

WHO snubs Kenya over weak trans fat enforcement
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 24, 2025

Trans fats, especially those produced industrially, are commonly found in baked goods, margarine, vegetable shortening, fried foods, and products like...

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