Is palm oil bad for you? This versatile fat is extremely common, found in at least 50% of products in U.S. supermarkets, per 2024 research published in Foods. But while prevalent, there’s a lot of ...

In kitchens across Nigeria, palm oil is not a choice; it is a constant. It colours the stew, thickens the soup, carries ...

Palm oil derives from the fruit of the oil palm tree. Its high fat content has led to concerns that it may raise cholesterol levels and increase the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD). However, ...

Few commodities in Indonesia are as paradoxical as palm oil. On one hand, it underpins the national economy and provides ...

If you take a look at the ingredient lists of items such as Cheez-its, frozen pizzas, Little Debbie products, and even certain lipsticks, you are likely to find one similar substance listed: palm oil.

Industry Insight from Ethical Corporation Magazine, a part of Thomson Reuters. Sector long plagued by allegations of forced-labour and land-rights abuses RSPO"s Nov 2024 standard toughens rules on ...

Imagine being stranded in the desert. Your mouth is dry, your head light, your steps unsteady. Then, in the distance, you see ...

It is well known that palm oil is near-ubiquitous in food. It’s present in cakes, chocolate bars, biscuits, doughnuts, bread and even instant noodles. In fact, many sources suggest that around 50% of ...

IF palm oil were bananas, most of the debates about quality would suddenly become much easier – and perhaps far more honest.