How palm oil affects the body

Discussions about the benefits and negative effects of palm oil for the human body have been ongoing for a long time. Fears are fueled by the fact that a number of countries (Italy, Spain, France, Germany) introduced a ban on the import and use of products with its contents.

At the same time, butter has a wide scope - it is used for the preparation of convenience foods, chips, confectionery, chocolate and other products. Its properties (and hence the effect on the body) directly depend on the variety and the processing process.

Varieties

Palm oil is made from the fruits of palm trees. The following types of products are distinguished, differing in components:

• red (untreated);
• refined;
• hydrogenated;
• technical.

Red oil

It is natural in composition, expensive, and is mined through the use of a gentle technological process, as a result of which all benefits remain. The product is characterized by a high content of vitamins of groups A and E, carotenoids, fats and other substances; it is eaten in its pure form. The oil has the following qualities:

• cancer prevention (protects cells from destruction);
• moisturizing the skin and strengthening hair follicles;
• strengthening immunity and protection against viruses;
• help in the proper formation of bone tissue and joints;
• lowering blood cholesterol;
• improving visual acuity and eye health.

The product is used in limited quantities. Otherwise, it can provoke a set of excess weight, the development of diseases of the heart and blood vessels.

Refined oil

This species is much cheaper than red. It is used to give taste and increase the shelf life of food products. The product contains a large amount of fat, during processing it loses its properties and becomes dangerous (may cause harm).

When ingested, it is not completely digested (melting point 40 ° C), therefore, it settles in the intestines in the form of toxins and toxins. This type is contraindicated in diabetes mellitus and diseases of the cardiovascular system, promotes rapid weight gain.

Hydrogenated oil

Hydrogenation involves the addition of carbon to the product. This variety is dangerous and can cause serious harm to health. The composition of products with its content includes trans fats. The body perceives them as foreign substances and increases the release of cholesterol plaques that settle on the walls of blood vessels.

The product can cause food poisoning and problems with the gastrointestinal tract, therefore it is not recommended for use even in small doses.

Technical oil

It is unsuitable for eating, the cheapest and low-grade species. It does not have any beneficial properties, it can provoke the development of cancerous tumors. The product is used for the manufacture of household chemicals (soap, paraffin candles), medicines and cosmetics, is able to have a positive effect on the skin condition (moisturizing).

Output

Palm oil is affordable and common today. Depending on the production method and the presence of certain components in the composition, it has certain properties that can affect human health.

The product can be used in small quantities, but frequent eating is harmful and harms the human body. In addition, for the normal functioning of the body, provided that palm oil is consumed, it is worthwhile to include in the diet products that improve the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract and remove products toxins and toxins.