Palm Kernel
Oil Palm kernel oil is produced from the
palm nuts. Palm kernel oil is a high source of lauric acid.
Although it does not contain trans fatty acids or cholesterol, yet
it has been shown to raise blood cholesterol levels.. PALM KERNEL OIL FACTS
Palm kernel oil is normally extracted from the
palm kernel seeds.
Palm kernel oil is an excellent source of
lauric acid, oleic acid and myristic acid.
Palm kernel oil contains approximately *0%
saturated fat, which makes it less easy on the
arteries.
Palm kernel oil is a yellowish or dark-brown
oil extracted from the kernel of palm nuts of palm tree (Elaeis
guineensis).
Palm kernel oil is used in soap manufacturing
industries, oil processing industries, food processing industries,
cosmetics industries and pharmaceutical
industries.
It can also serve as a lubricant for
machinery.
It is a rich source of fat.
Palm kernel meal, which is produced during palm
kernel oil extraction process is a protein feed used for feeding
animals.
