PROFESSIONAL FAQS: PALM OIL VS GROUNDNUT OIL: WHICH IS HEALTHIER?
Expert opinion from Mariana Brkic
Bachelor in Nutrition · 10 years of experience · Argentina
Groundnut oil has less saturated fat than palm oils. Saturated fatty acids can be harmful to cardiovascular health when consumed in large amounts. Even though palm oil has a higher saturated fat when consumed as part of a balance diet, does not have incremental risk for cardiovascular disease.
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Expert opinion from Lucía Ramos
Bachelor of Science · 8 years of experience · Argentina
Neither of the two oils, palm oil and peanut oil, are healthy options despite being vegetable oils. It is recommended to prefer olive, flax or even coconut oil.
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Expert opinion from Jodie Bennett
BSC. Food Science and Nutrition · 6 years of experience · UK
Both palm oil and groundnut oil (peanut oil) are great sources of vitamin E and you can experience benefits from both. Groundnut oil may reduce the risk of heart disease and might lower blood sugar levels and palm oil is also great for reducing the risk of heart disease and is also beneficial for brain function. Overall palm oil has many health benefits.
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