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Trimming Trans Fats

New York is spreading the news that trans fats will be banned from all restaurant food served in the city. Tonight, Full Focus has the skinny on just what the trans fat fuss is all about and whether t

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The average American eats almost five pounds of hydrogenated oil each year. And California is considering a state-wide ban on trans fat. Assemblywoman Bonnie Garcia has proposed a bill that would bring sweeping changes to California fryers, and some say our health. This follows a recently-passed trans fat ban for New York City restaurants. Government aside, food giants such as Kentucky Fried Chicken, Taco Bell and Starbucks are getting rid of the hydrogenated oils. Tonight, consumer choice versus government intervention, public good or the food police?

Guests

  • Carl Winston, director of the Hospitality and Tourism Management Program at San Diego State University.
  • Heather Fleming, a nutritionist in private practice.
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