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palm and palm kernel oil

Also listed as: Huile de palme et de palmiste, Palm- und Palmkernöl, Aceite de palma y palmiste, Olio di palma e di palmisto, Palmolie en palmkernolie

Mild

High saturated fat content in palm and palm kernel oil can negatively affect serum lipid ratios and cardiovascular markers if consumed in excessive quantities regularly.

Recommended safe frequency
dailyLimit daily intake due to high saturated fatty acid density.
weeklyAcceptable for occasional weekly consumption.
monthlyEntirely safe for monthly consumption.
Brand lens check
  • MicroplasticsNot flagged
  • SugarsNot flagged
  • Seed OilsNot flagged
Body systems impacted
  • Metabolic / Pancreas
  • Heart / Cardiovascular
Regulatory status
  • FDAApproved food oil (GRAS status)
  • EFSAApproved, but warnings issued regarding potential process contaminants

PubMed References

Primary Research

Palm oil consumption and cardiovascular disease risk in humans: A systematic review(2015)

PubMed (PMID 26175486)

Last reviewed: May 2026

FAQ

Is palm and palm kernel oil bad for you?

High saturated fat content in palm and palm kernel oil can negatively affect serum lipid ratios and cardiovascular markers if consumed in excessive quantities regularly.

What does palm and palm kernel oil do to your body?

palm and palm kernel oil primarily affects: Metabolic / Pancreas, Heart / Cardiovascular.

How often is it safe to consume palm and palm kernel oil?

Daily: Limit daily intake due to high saturated fatty acid density.. Weekly: Acceptable for occasional weekly consumption.. Monthly: Entirely safe for monthly consumption..

What products contain palm and palm kernel oil?

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