Palm Margarine Palm Oil

Palm oil is a vegetable oil made from the fruit of the oil palm tree. It is a semi-solid fat at room temperature and is widely used in cooking and food manufacturing. The oil is extracted from the pulp of the palm fruit.

Palm oil is used as a cooking oil and as an ingredient in processed foods. It provides a rich texture and helps extend shelf life. It is found in baked goods, chocolate, ice cream, and margarine.

Palm oil is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is a source of saturated fat, and high intake of saturated fat is linked to increased LDL cholesterol. The WHO has noted that diets high in saturated fats can increase the risk of heart disease. JECFA has evaluated palm oil and set an acceptable daily intake. Evidence regarding the health effects of palm oil consumption is mixed, with some studies suggesting potential negative impacts and others showing neutral effects.