A cereal bar label states per 1 bar: 210 kcal, total fat 12 g, saturated fat 4 g, but the ingredient list shows 'hydrogenated vegetable shortening' and 'partially hydrogenated oils' as early ingredients. Analyze what concerns this raises despite the labeled saturated fat being moderate.

• A. The ingredient list indicates the product is automatically high in essential omega-3 fatty acids because hydrogenation increases PUFA content, so no concerns exist and the label likely understates beneficial fats.
• B. The presence of hydrogenated and partially hydrogenated oils suggests trans fats may be present even if not listed explicitly; manufacturers can list 0 g trans fat if amounts are <0.5 g per serving, so repeated consumption could produce meaningful trans fat intake and raise cardiovascular risk.
• C. Since the bar lists only 4 g saturated fat, the hydrogenation process must have reduced all trans fats to fully safe saturated fats, so the ingredient list is irrelevant and no additional concerns are warranted.
• D. The presence of these oils implies the bar will be completely non-absorbable providing zero calories regardless of the nutrition facts, so consumers will benefit by eating more of them to reduce overall energy intake.

Answer: (B)