Why Don't People Use Shortening Anymore?
                                
                                
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                                According to the World Health Organization, trans fats from partially hydrogenated oils can cause cardiovascular disease. This critical health information, along with shifting consumer preferences for whole ingredients, is the primary reason why people don't use shortening anymore.