If you pick up most processed, packaged food in a grocery store and read the label, you will often see “partially hydrogenated oil” on it. These pesky fats are hiding in a ton of common foods—like creamers, spreads, and even cookies, cakes, and potato chips—where you wouldn’t think to look for them. Trans fats are also commonly used in the fryers at restaurants and fast-food chains. As a general rule, do your absolute best to avoid this type of fat entirely.
