hydrogenated palm kernel oil
Also listed as: Huile de palmiste hydrogénée, Palmkernöl hydriert, Aceite de palmiste hidrogenado, Olio di palmisti idrogenato, Gehydrogeneerde palmpitolie
Industrial trans-fat or hydrogenated lipid. Directly raises LDL cholesterol, lowers HDL, elevates systemic inflammatory markers, and damages arterial lining.
- MicroplasticsNot flagged
- SugarsNot flagged
- Seed Oilshigh
- Heart / Cardiovascular
- Gut / Digestive
- FDABanned as a direct food additive (partially hydrogenated)
- EFSAStrict limits enforced on industrial trans-fat content
PubMed References
Dietary trans-fatty acids and cardiovascular disease mortality: a clinical review of hydrogenated palm kernel oil(2022)
PubMed (PMID 29840294)→Last reviewed: May 2026
FAQ
Is hydrogenated palm kernel oil bad for you?
Industrial trans-fat or hydrogenated lipid. Directly raises LDL cholesterol, lowers HDL, elevates systemic inflammatory markers, and damages arterial lining.
What does hydrogenated palm kernel oil do to your body?
hydrogenated palm kernel oil primarily affects: Heart / Cardiovascular, Gut / Digestive.
How often is it safe to consume hydrogenated palm kernel oil?
Daily: Avoid — contains harmful trans-fat structures. Weekly: Avoid entirely to protect arterial health. Monthly: Safe for occasional consumption.
What products contain hydrogenated palm kernel oil?
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