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Trans fats are identified as dietary components that aggravate or increase inflammation in the body, as evidenced by [1], [2], [3], and [4]. Furthermore, reducing the intake of foods containing trans fats is recommended to manage and prevent chronic inflammation, as noted in [5], [6], and [7].

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Chronic Inflammation - StatPearls - NCBI Bookshelf ncbi.nlm.nih.gov National Library of Medicine 2 facts
claimSome dietary saturated and synthetic trans-fats aggravate inflammation, while omega-3 polyunsaturated fats appear to be anti-inflammatory.
claimProcessed and packaged foods containing trans fats, such as processed seed and vegetable oils, baked goods, soybean oil, and corn oil, should be reduced from the diet to manage inflammation.
How to reduce inflammation in the body - MD Anderson Cancer Center mdanderson.org MD Anderson Cancer Center 2 facts
claimConsuming trans fats, saturated fats, omega-6 fats, refined carbohydrates, foods with excess sugar, alcohol, red meats, and processed meats can increase inflammation and contribute to chronic inflammation over time.
claimFoods that can increase inflammation include trans fats, saturated fats, omega-6 fats, refined carbohydrates, foods with excess sugar, alcohol, red and processed meats, and excessive consumption of any macronutrient.
Understanding chronic inflammation: Causes, symptoms and ... uhc.com UnitedHealthcare 1 fact
claimConsuming foods high in trans fats and added sugar, such as packaged cookies, chips, and nondairy creamer, may worsen inflammation.
What Is Inflammation? Types, Causes & Treatment my.clevelandclinic.org Cleveland Clinic 1 fact
claimFoods that can cause or increase inflammation include foods containing trans fat, fried foods, cured meats with nitrates (like hot dogs and some deli meats), foods high in salt, and refined carbohydrates (like sugar, pastries, or white bread).
Inflammation: Definition, Diseases, Types, and Treatment - WebMD webmd.com WebMD 1 fact
claimFoods that may promote inflammation include red meat, processed meats (such as lunchmeats, sausage, and bacon), store-bought baked goods (such as cakes, pies, brownies, and cupcakes), bread and pasta made from white flour, fried foods, sugar-sweetened drinks, foods with added sugar (such as jam or syrup), and foods with trans fats (such as margarine, microwave popcorn, and nondairy creamer).