Palm oil is a type of vegetable oil that is extracted from the fruit of the African oil palm tree (Elaeis guineensis). It is a common cooking oil in many parts of the world, particularly in West Africa, Southeast Asia, and parts of Brazil. Palm oil is rich in nutrients, including vitamins K, E, and antioxidants, as well as unsaturated fats and zero trans-fat. It is also a source of healthy unsaturated fats and medium-chain fatty acids.Continue reading