Oils are partially hydrogenated (not fully) to manufacture Vanaspati , because fully saturated solidified oils ?

Correct answer: A. Cause cholesterol build up and blood clotting

  • A. Cause cholesterol build up and blood clotting
  • B. Are prone to rancid oxidation
  • C. Always contain some amount of nickel (as their complete removal is very difficult)
  • D. Have affinity to retain harmful sulphur compounds

Explanation

Fully hydrogenated oils are highly saturated and can contribute to raised blood cholesterol, so partial hydrogenation was traditionally used to obtain a suitable semisolid consistency. The practice is now questioned because partial hydrogenation can produce harmful trans fats.

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