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Nutritious palm oil is non-GMO; great for families trying to eat clean
Families trying to eat cleaner, more natural meals are happy to learn that non-GMO palm oil is an increasingly popular ingredient in prepared foods. Palm oil comes from the fruit of the oil palm tree which grows in lush plantations near the equator. Malaysian sustainable palm oil is preferred by many American companies because the Malaysian palm oil industry follows environmentally friendly agricultural policies. read more
Malaysian palm oil now in more clean-label goodies in the bakery aisle
Commercial bakers can get rid of partially hydrogenated oils and trans fats without sacrificing taste by using Malaysian Palm Oilread more
Why food manufacturers prefer Malaysian sustainable palm oil
Food technology expert Kurt Berger has more than 50 years of experience researching the quality, function and application of food ingredients. Over the years, he’s found people to be unduly suspicious of this unfamiliar ingredient. This, however, changed when they learned the advantages of this healthy, non-GMO fat.read more
Why do some people still think they should avoid palm oil?
Nutrition Mythbuster, Jonny Bowden, Ph.D., CNS, disproves 5 common myths that people have about palm oil and why they won't use it. read more
Palm oil turns Thanksgiving leftovers into trendy treats
These up-to-date tips will help you easily transform your Thanksgiving leftovers into better-for-you meals using on-trend ingredients such as winter greens, healthy grains and Malaysian certified sustainable palm oil. read more
What You Should Know About Palmitic Acid
What is palmitic acid and what is its connection to palm oil? Here is everything that you need to know about the saturated fatty acid.read more
What you grew up believing about heart health is probably wrong
Your mom told you to limit your butter and egg consumption based on 1950s and 1960s research that is now considered outdated and flawed. Healthy saturated fats, such as those found in avocados, nuts and Malaysian sustainable palm oil can be enjoyed in moderation.read more
How to make a holiday meal without trans fats
Include heart-healthy Smart Balance spread for a buttery taste your family will love. As an added bonus, this spread is made with Malaysian sustainable palm oil. The Malaysian palm oil industry is a model for sustainable agriculture, so this meal will be good for the planet, too.read more
Sustainability
Nutritious palm oil is non-GMO; great for families trying to eat clean
Families trying to eat cleaner, more natural meals are happy to learn that non-GMO palm oil is an increasingly popular ingredient in prepared foods. Palm oil comes from the fruit of the oil palm tree which grows in lush plantations near the equator. Malaysian sustainable palm oil is preferred by many American companies because the Malaysian palm oil industry follows environmentally friendly agricultural policies. read more
Why food manufacturers prefer Malaysian sustainable palm oil
Food technology expert Kurt Berger has more than 50 years of experience researching the quality, function and application of food ingredients. Over the years, he’s found people to be unduly suspicious of this unfamiliar ingredient. This, however, changed when they learned the advantages of this healthy, non-GMO fat.read more
Malaysia: Technology can further boost sustainability practices
Malaysia has identified satellite imagery and artificial intelligence (AI) as promising tools for boosting sustainability. read more
Malaysian palm oil farmers speak about societal benefits of palm oil
Thomas Lamit anak Lutek understand the benefits of palm oil. He has seen firsthand how it has helped his family and community.read more
Imagine sharing your workspace with a herd of 10,000-pound elephants
Malaysian oil palm farmers are opening special corridors on their plantations to enable elephants to travel freely across their properties.read more
Malaysian farmers are teaching the world about food security
Malaysia’s small family farmers and their dedication to finding solutions that feed their families provide valuable lessons in food security. read more
How do you know if a product is made with sustainable palm oil?
Palm oil is found in about half of the products found in supermarkets, including packaged foods, cosmetics and personal care products such as shampoo and soap. Shopping for products made with certified sustainable palm oil can be challenging but it’s worth it if we want to help protect the rainforests and wildlife habitats, and give local farmers a good quality of life. read more
How to make a holiday meal without trans fats
Include heart-healthy Smart Balance spread for a buttery taste your family will love. As an added bonus, this spread is made with Malaysian sustainable palm oil. The Malaysian palm oil industry is a model for sustainable agriculture, so this meal will be good for the planet, too.read more
In the News
Malaysia: Technology can further boost sustainability practices
Malaysia has identified satellite imagery and artificial intelligence (AI) as promising tools for boosting sustainability. read more
Malaysian farmers are teaching the world about food security
Malaysia’s small family farmers and their dedication to finding solutions that feed their families provide valuable lessons in food security. read more
Malaysia’s small family farmers make global contributions
A large percentage of Malaysia’s oil palm plantations are run and managed by small family farmers who use sustainable agricultural practices.read more
Is plant-based living good for the environment?
While it may seem like the most environmentally friendly choice, a plant-based lifestyle isn't always good for the environment.read more
The term “plant-based” might not mean what you think
The term “plant-based” is often used to promote healthy foods, but is a plant-based diet inherently better for you and the environment?read more
Snack food prototype is Powered by Palm
Phenolaeis is turning heads in the natural food products industry with its functional chewy granola snack prototype powered by palm.read more
Top Turkish palm oil importer wants humans to stop harming the ecosystem
Turkey’s largest palm oil importer, discusses why their company places so much value on importing only sustainable palm oil. read more
Health pro speaks out on misleading heart health article
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Research News
Dutch scientist and educator explains palm oil’s one-sided image
“Palm Oil’s Image is Very One-Sided,” that appeared in Wageningen World, a publication by Wageningenur University in The Netherlands.read more
A healthier heart may also improve your mood
Shawn Talbott, Ph.D. tells readers in this Better Nutrition article, that when it comes to heart health, saturated fat is not a concern.read more
Try using nutrient-dense palm oil for baking healthier bread
Milled whole grains lose their vitamin E when exposed to air. So unless you’re baking with, and consuming, those grains within two days of their grinding, you’re missing out on this potent antioxidant. It doesn’t have to be this way. Instead of baking with soybean or canola oil, an Australian food scientist suggests using palm oil for healthier bread.read more
Pioneering study highlights what really belongs in a heart-healthy diet (infographic)
Infographic of the cutting-edge Malaysian diet and population study which highlights the study's advanced design and results.read more
Heart health 101: You can stop fearing all saturated fats, starting now
If you’re still listening to old advice about avoiding saturated fats, take a few minutes to educate yourself about eating for a more heart-healthy lifestyle. read more
Phase IIB clinical trial shows EVNol SupraBio benefits diabetic nephropathy
Oral supplementation of EVNol SupraBio for 12 months may significantly improve renal function in diabetic nephropathy subjects as assessed by serum creatinine1.read more
Early research suggests palm polyphenols may lower diabetes symptoms
If you have type 2 diabetes, or have been told that you are at risk of developing it, you may want to monitor promising new research on palm polyphenols.read more
Concerned about stroke? A two-year study finds that vitamin E from Malaysian palm oil helps to protect brain’s white matter
The health of your brain’s white matter affects how well it learns and functions. This is also the area of the brain most often affected by stroke. Results of a two-year human clinical study published in the American Heart Association journal, Stroke, show that vitamin E tocotrienols derived from Malaysian palm oil supports white matter health by weakening the progression of white matter lesions.read more
Products
Why food manufacturers prefer Malaysian sustainable palm oil
Food technology expert Kurt Berger has more than 50 years of experience researching the quality, function and application of food ingredients. Over the years, he’s found people to be unduly suspicious of this unfamiliar ingredient. This, however, changed when they learned the advantages of this healthy, non-GMO fat.read more
Carrot bread made with Malaysian certified sustainable palm oil
Sneak more vegetables into your diet with this delicious carrot bread recipe made with Malaysian certified sustainable palm oil!read more
Three indulgent keto-friendly products made with sustainable palm oil
We challenged ourselves to find indulgent, keto-friendly products made with sustainable palm oil that will satisfy your cravings!read more
What’s palm oil doing in your cosmetics?
Palm oil has many cosmetic benefits but certified sustainable palm oil benefits your beauty routine and the planet. read more
November 1 is National Cook for Your Pets Day
It's National Cook for Your Pets day! What better way to show our gratitude than to make them a special treat!read more
Can dogs have palm oil?
From fish oil and glucosamine to cranberry and probiotics, many dietary supplements that benefit people may also benefit your dog. What about palm oil? Responsibly sourced, non-GMO palm oil, such as Malaysian certified sustainable palm oil, can be a healthy, easily digestible ingredient for your canine best friends. read more
Nestlē asks, “What would you do?”
Nestlē, the world’s largest food and beverage company, uses millions of tons of palm oil each year. Here they explain why.read more
Snack food prototype is Powered by Palm
Phenolaeis is turning heads in the natural food products industry with its functional chewy granola snack prototype powered by palm.read more
Culinary
Palm oil turns Thanksgiving leftovers into trendy treats
These up-to-date tips will help you easily transform your Thanksgiving leftovers into better-for-you meals using on-trend ingredients such as winter greens, healthy grains and Malaysian certified sustainable palm oil. read more
How to make a holiday meal without trans fats
Include heart-healthy Smart Balance spread for a buttery taste your family will love. As an added bonus, this spread is made with Malaysian sustainable palm oil. The Malaysian palm oil industry is a model for sustainable agriculture, so this meal will be good for the planet, too.read more
Stress eating doesn’t have to be unhealthy
Stress eating may be associated with unhealthy eating, which may make you feel worse so you continue the cycle. But it doesn’t have to be that way.read more
Why is palm oil used in chocolate?
Global demand for this sweet treat is expected to grow and with it the need for palm-based alternatives to cocoa butter, which sometimes is in short supply. read more
Five eco-friendly shopping tips to liven up family meals
Ingredients such as organic spices, Malaysian sustainable palm oil and grass-fed beef can liven up family meals while also caring for our planet. read more
Olive oil vs. Malaysian Palm Fruit Oil: A side-by-side comparison
There is still some confusion about where and when to use this Malaysian Palm Fruit OIl versus olive oil, and factors for consideration.read more
Surprising ways dads can stay sustainable in the kitchen
Today’s men can stay sustainable in the kitchen in surprisingly macho ways, such as brewing your own beer and grilling with non-GMO Malaysian certified sustainable palm oil.read more
Food blogger posts yummy recipe for nutrient-rich palm oil cookies
Meenu Singh shares a recipe for mouth-watering and melt-in-the-mouth cookies filled with the special flavor of palm oil.read more
General
Ten tips for a trendy Thanksgiving
Update your Turkey day by making a few easy swaps, such as substituting natural Malaysian sustainable palm oil for your current vegetable oil. A trendy Thanksgiving isn’t so hard when you follow these 10 easy steps.
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Scientists speak out on the clean label trend
There’s little doubt that millennials are driving the call for clean label. Even though they may be concerned for improving public health, they may be taking the wrong pathway. Driven by emotion and misconception, some are being swept up by the movement. They know little about public health and the dynamics involved in food safety. read more
Mars, Cadbury among latest to renew commitment to sustainable palm oil
International awareness of the need to support sustainable palm oil production is strong within the candy industry.read more
10 reasons palm oil is valued by the food industry
Palm oil’s versatility and diversity make it a top choice for food manufacturers. Palm oil has a long shelf life, and is naturally non-GMO and trans-fat free. Here are more reasons why food manufacturers are sticking with palm oil, even as they work to ensure that they buy it from certified sustainable sources, such as MSPO-certified suppliers.read more
Yes, Malaysian palm fruit oil is non-GMO
Malaysian palm fruit oil is non-GMO. Conventional processed food may contain up to 80 percent GMOs in the United States.read more
Influencers baked and grilled with palm oil. Here’s what happened.
We are looking for influencers who want to tell their audiences about the health &environmental benefits of Malaysian certified sustainable palm oil.read more
Palm Fruit Extract: Something new-tricious coming soon!
Coming soon: An exciting new premium, sustainable palm oil ingredient called Palm Fruit Extract that supports your mood, your heart and your immune system.read more
Why should Malaysian palm fruit oil top your New Year’s Resolution list?
This may be the first time that healthy cooking oil appears on many people’s New Year’s resolution lists. The more we learn about how fats behave in our bodies, the more sense it makes to use the one that has the attention of health researchers around the world. Next year, instead of reaching for vegetable oils (soy, canola, corn) that may contribute to unhealthy inflammation, grab Malaysian palm fruit oil instead. Here are a few health reasons for stocking up.read more