![]() "It might have been defensible to use hydrogenated oil in the 1980s, before trans fat's harmfulness was discovered, but no longer. Willett, chair of the nutrition department at the Harvard School of Public Health. "Trans fat from partially hydrogenated oil is a uniquely damaging substance that raises your bad cholesterol, lowers your good cholesterol, and harms the cells that line your blood vessels," said Walter C. In 2006, before a CSPI lawsuit prompted KFC to stop using partially hydrogenated oil to fry its chicken, the worst meal on the KFC menu had 15 grams of trans fat-less than half the trans fat in the Big Catch with Onion Rings. Most major chains have stopped using partially hydrogenated oil altogether, in response to bad publicity, lawsuits, and local government restrictions on its use. Instead of the Big Catch, I'd call it America's Deadliest Catch." "This company is taking perfectly healthy fish-and entombing it in a thick crust of batter and partially hydrogenated oil. "Long John Silver's Big Catch meal deserves to be buried 20,000 leagues under the sea," said CSPI executive director Michael F. In other words, Long John Silver's Big Catch meal with onion rings has 16 times as much trans fat as the heart association recommends-more than two weeks' worth. The American Heart Association recommends that people limit themselves to about two grams of trans fat per day-or about as much as one might consume from naturally occurring trans fat in milk and meat. What most startled CSPI researchers was the 33 grams of trans fat in the Big Catch meal, all of which comes from industrially produced partially hydrogenated frying oil. It's easy to find fast-food meals with more calories-the Big Catch has "only" 1,320-but when it comes to clogging arteries, CSPI says the Big Catch is by far the "Worst Restaurant Meal in America." On top of that, the meal has another 19 grams of saturated fat, which also promotes heart disease, and nearly 3,700 milligrams of sodium, which promotes high blood pressure and stroke. Laboratory tests released today by the Center for Science in the Public Interest show that Long John Silver's Big Catch meal, when comprised of fried fish, Hushpuppies, and Onion Rings, has an astonishing 33 grams of trans fat-the most powerful promoter of heart disease in the food supply. "We appreciate the speed and seriousness with which Long John's Silver's leadership addressed our concerns and made this important change for the better." "Partially hydrogenated oil does not belong in the food supply and we are glad that Long John Silver's will, by the end of the year, transition to a trans-fat-free oil for frying," said CSPI executive director Michael F. In addition to Long John Silver’s, Yum operates KFC, Taco Bell, Pizza Hut and A&W.Update: On August 28, Long John Silver's announced that it will discontinue the Big Catch and transition to a trans-fat-free frying oil by the end of 2013. It is owned by Yum! Brands of Louisville, Ky., the world’s largest restaurant company in terms of number of units, with nearly 36,000 in more than 110 countries and territories. Long John Silver’s is the United States’ largest quick-service seafood chain. We’ll satisfy your wallet and your palate.” Now we’re inviting everyone to try this new low-calorie indulgence on February 24 and make their day a tasty, guilt-free Skinny Tuesday. “We’re proud to offer the new 350-calorie plates, which truly lower your calorie count without compromising taste. “Americans want great deals and smart solutions for eating better but still want to satisfy their appetites,” said Ben Butler, president of Long John Silver’s. On 24 February - which Long John Silver’s has declared “Skinny Tuesday,” a play on the Mardi Gras holiday Fat Tuesday - the items are available for just $3.50 each. Each item is served with seasoned rice and a steamed vegetable medley comprising green beans, orange and yellow carrots. They are: Grilled Pacific Salmon with red bell pepper sauce, black pepper, garlic and olive oil Grilled Tilapia with garlic and herb sauce and Shrimp Scampi in a garlic butter sauce. ![]() The three items each contain less than 350 calories and 7 grams of fat. Long John Silver’s is targeting calorie-counting diners with a new menu it introduced today called Freshside Grille Smart Choices.
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