#PalmOil January 5

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In January 2026, many of us will take part in the 30-Day Label Coach4aday Challenge. Each day we will share a label from a food product and share info about one of the ingredients. The goal is simple—read food labels, research unfamiliar ingredients, and become more intentional about what you’re putting into your body, building awareness that can lead to healthier, more mindful eating. Today my post is info on PALM OIL.

Palm oil is a vegetable oil derived from the fruit of oil palm trees, primarily grown in tropical regions. In foods, it is used for cooking and as an ingredient in products like baked goods, snacks, spreads, and frozen foods because it improves texture and extends shelf life. Its widespread use is driven by its low cost and versatility,

Label-30 Day Challenge Guidelines

As with previous challenges, participants are encouraged to adapt the guidelines to fit their own circumstances. If you can, commit to sharing an ingredient from a food label during the month of January.

1. Locate a label on a food product and research an ingredient you might not be familiar with.  
2. Share with a challenge partner if you have one what that ingredient is.
3. Join the conversation by posting on social media with the hashtag #Coach4adayChallenge

January 5th-Palm Oil

I discovered this ingredient in my small, prepackaged creamers used for coffee.

Here is an article on Palm Oil from Harvard Health Publishing.