Trans Fats - GS questions based on daily current affairs

1)   Consider the following statements

1. Cis fats are beneficial and can promote good cholesterol.
2. Trans fats are considered harmful to cardiovascular health.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?


a. Only 1
b. Only 2
c. Both
d. None
Answer  Explanation 

ANSWER: Both

Explanation:
Unsaturated fats can be either cis fats or trans fats. Trans fats are considered harmful to cardiovascular health, especially those trans fats which come from unnatural sources (e.g., hydrogenated oils in processed foods).


2)   Consider the following statements

1. Trans fats are a type of saturated fats.
2. Source of producing Trans fats is industry based partial hydrogenation of unsaturated fats.
3. Trans fat does not occur naturally.

Which of the above statements are not true?


a. 1,2
b. 2,3
c. 1,3
d. All
Answer  Explanation 

ANSWER: 1,3

Explanation:
No explanation is available for this question!