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Trans Fat Ban

Recently the New York City Board of Health voted to ban trans fats from food served in the city's 20,000 restaurants. Other cities such as Chicago are taking similar measures. Health experts believe trans fats, which are derived from partially hydrogenated oils, increase the risk of heart disease.

Should cities ban trans fats from restaurants?

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Published: September 15, 2005

	Yes, health departments should ban trans fats from restaurants.
	To protect mom-and-pop diners, trans fat limits should only be imposed on restaurants with more than $20 million in annual sales.
	"Trans-fat-free zones" should be created where restaurants can voluntarily agree not to use partially hydrogenated oils.
	No, the government should not control what people can eat.
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