HERE COMES THE FAT POLICE

(11/28/2007)

Ohio is among 15 states trying to ban artery-clogging trans fats from restaurants. The legislative proposals have met strong opposition. The strongest opposition has been from the National Restaurant Association and its state-level affiliates. Restaurants appear to be clinging to trans fats for cooking because of taste and price. A lobbyist for the Ohio Restaurant Association wants a gradual phase-out of trans fats. Supporters of the bills say it's easy to switch to other oils such as canola or corn oil.

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