Catylyst of the Week (week 4)

Ever wonder how margarine is made? Well, one starts with the worse kind of oil, e.g., cottonseed oil. It is then steamed and a catalyst nickel is added to aid the hydrogenation process. It is then pressurized to create trans fats. Soapy emulsifier is added to make it less lumpy. Another round of steaming to remove the odor. It is then bleached and imbued with synthetic vitamins and color. It is then marketed as healthy food!