While better for you than some options, palm oil is still not good for your health. “Palm oil is derived from the fruit of oil palm and one of the most widely consumed oils in the world – and one of ...

You may have never really heard of the palm ... Not only is producing palm oil bad for the environment, it also contributes to the extinction of several species of endangered animals that live ...

Globally, palm oil supplies 40% of the world’s vegetable oil demand on just under 6% of the land used to produce all vegetable oils. To get the same amount of alternative oils like soybean, coconut, ...

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Some social media influencers are pushing the narrative that polyunsaturated oils are bad for you. It’s time to set the ...

Butter is high in saturated fat content and can elevate heart disease risk Here are some healthier vegan options that you can ...

Now the question is, is palm oil good or bad for the planet? On one hand, palm oil is said to be a super-efficient oil crop as it takes less land to produce the same amount of oil as other oils ...

A University of Kent expert says Iceland's move to ban palm oil products from its stores could backfire. It comes as the retailer's had its Christmas Advert which focused on palm oil's impact on ...

The truth is, it’s a bit misleading to say all fats are bad for you. Some fats are unhealthy — such as trans fats — but some ...

Good fats support heart health and brain function, while bad fats must be consumed in moderation. Trans fats, however, are ...

they can use oil that is partially sustainable An important part of the sustainable label is fair workers' rights and conditions There are some apps and websites that help you see whether palm oil ...