Palm fat
How Is It Made?
Palm fruits are harvested and then steamed They are then pressed to remove the crude oil The oil is then clarified to remove impurities It is then fractionated by cooling This process separates the solid (palm fat) from the liquid fraction Chemical or physical refining may follow The fat is then filtered and dried Finally, it’s packaged for use in food products
What Affects Could It Have On Your Brain?
Research on high-saturated fat diets indicates that diets rich in palm fat may alter brain function, potentially affecting memory and learning.
What Affects Could It Have On Your Body?
Some studies suggest that a high intake of palm fat can contribute to weight gain and may increase cholesterol levels, posing a risk to heart health over time.
Fun Facts
Palm fat is a key ingredient in many processed foods like biscuits and spreads. Palm fat is found in approximately 50% of all supermarket products in the UK
