Palm Oil
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| Palm oil fruits and extracted oil | |
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| Type | Vegetable oil |
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| Food energy | 884 per 100g kcal |
| Nutritional value | Protein: g, Fat: g, Carbohydrate: g |
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| Website | [ Official website] |
Palm oil is an edible vegetable oil derived from the mesocarp (reddish pulp) of the fruit of the oil palms, primarily the Elaeis guineensis species. It is naturally reddish in color due to a high beta-carotene content. Palm oil is used in food products, cosmetics, and as a biofuel.
Production[edit | edit source]
Palm oil is produced in large quantities in Indonesia and Malaysia, which together account for over 85% of global production. The oil is extracted from the fruit of the oil palm tree, which is cultivated in tropical regions.
Uses[edit | edit source]
Palm oil is widely used in the food industry due to its high oxidative stability and low cost. It is found in products such as margarine, chocolate, and baked goods. In addition to food, palm oil is used in the production of cosmetics, detergents, and biofuels.
Health Effects[edit | edit source]
The health effects of palm oil consumption are a topic of debate. Palm oil is high in saturated fats, which can raise cholesterol levels and increase the risk of heart disease. However, it also contains vitamin E and carotenoids, which have antioxidant properties.
Environmental Impact[edit | edit source]
The production of palm oil has significant environmental impacts, including deforestation, habitat destruction, and biodiversity loss. Efforts are being made to promote sustainable palm oil production through organizations such as the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO).
See Also[edit | edit source]
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External Links[edit | edit source]
- [Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil](https://www.rspo.org/)
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