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It seems as if ‘un-healthy’ Americans may be able to still indulge in their fast-food habits with healthier effects on their body, as confirmed by an article in USA Today. Ironically enough, fast-food chain KFC will be switching to a new soybean oil from a partially hydrogenated oil by April. In a country where obesity is a constantly growing issue, I was extremely impressed and shocked that a chain such as KFC would seek to eliminate the artery-clogging trans fat in its fried chicken. Similarly to KFC, The New York City Board of Health seems to agree with KFC's efforts confirming that they will be hosting a public hearing to consider a citywide ban on the sale of all foods with trans fats. This article really sparked my attention having me question my own fast-food habits. Do you guys think this new soy-bean oil will have drastic effects on decreasing obesity? If so, do you think other chains such as McDonalds and Poppeyes will follow KFC’s lead?