Palm oil is a common vegetable oil widely used in food and cosmetics.
Palm oil is added to milk powder mainly to increase its taste and stability.
However, palm oil also has certain effects: 1. May cause allergic reactions: Palm oil contains a substance called palmitic acid, which may cause allergic reactions in some people, such as itchy skin and shortness of breath.
and other symptoms.
2. May affect the digestive system: The palmitic acid in palm oil is difficult to be digested and absorbed by the human body, and long-term consumption may cause indigestion, diarrhea and other problems.
3. May affect cardiovascular health: Research shows that long-term intake of foods high in saturated fatty acids (such as palm oil) may increase the risk of cardiovascular disease.
4. May affect thyroid function: Some studies have found that consuming too much iodine may cause thyroid dysfunction, and palm oil has higher iodine content.
Therefore, when choosing milk powder, it is recommended to choose products with other vegetable oils added and pay attention to the quality and source of the product.
At the same time, people who have already developed symptoms should seek medical treatment promptly and avoid eating foods containing palm oil.