Comments on: The Tropical Oils http://www.fitnessspotlight.com/2006/09/19/the-tropical-oils/ No Diets, No Cardio, No Excuses Fri, 19 Mar 2010 03:07:14 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.2 hourly 1 By: How Our Modern Lifestyle Causes Vitamin And Mineral Deficiencies : Fitness Spotlight http://www.fitnessspotlight.com/2006/09/19/the-tropical-oils/comment-page-1/#comment-9142 How Our Modern Lifestyle Causes Vitamin And Mineral Deficiencies : Fitness Spotlight Fri, 30 Oct 2009 10:00:30 +0000 http://www.fitnessspotlight.com/?p=8#comment-9142 [...] of healthy fats. Get rid of the highly processed polyunsaturated fats and go with stable fats like coconut oil and palm oil and the fat from grass-fed animals. These the healthy fats that your body craves and that retain [...] [...] of healthy fats. Get rid of the highly processed polyunsaturated fats and go with stable fats like coconut oil and palm oil and the fat from grass-fed animals. These the healthy fats that your body craves and that retain [...]

]]> By: Larry David http://www.fitnessspotlight.com/2006/09/19/the-tropical-oils/comment-page-1/#comment-8702 Larry David Mon, 19 Oct 2009 03:59:16 +0000 http://www.fitnessspotlight.com/?p=8#comment-8702 Guys, one issue I see mentioned in your blog that was not touched upon is the source of the red palm oil. It is true that there have been some massive development of palm plantations in Indonesia, Malaysia, and some of this in South America. They have seriously destroyed the environment by burning the debris on the land thereby displacing and killing orangutans and many species of wildlife. This has even affected local citizens that have been subjected to intimidation for the good of the large companies and local government. If you look at the history of palm oil, it originates from West Africa and the seedling were sent to Southeast Asia and South America some 40-90 years ago. I am very much a red palm oil consumer and have been doing so for many years. In my research I found that the best red palm oil are the ones from West Africa. The important fact to know is that red palm oil from West Africa is derived from sustainable agriculture (so it is coming from traditional farms not plantations) and it is normally Fair Trade. I personally buy my red palm oil online from www.rainforestredpalmoil.com The rainforest red palm oil is certified organic, derived sustainable agriculture and Fair Trade. There is no other red palm oil like this in America. I have suggested to them to try to market wholesale to local supermarket and organic foodstores. For now I will take it anyway I can get it! Guys, one issue I see mentioned in your blog that was not touched upon is the source of the red palm oil. It is true that there have been some massive development of palm plantations in Indonesia, Malaysia, and some of this in South America. They have seriously destroyed the environment by burning the debris on the land thereby displacing and killing orangutans and many species of wildlife. This has even affected local citizens that have been subjected to intimidation for the good of the large companies and local government. If you look at the history of palm oil, it originates from West Africa and the seedling were sent to Southeast Asia and South America some 40-90 years ago.

I am very much a red palm oil consumer and have been doing so for many years. In my research I found that the best red palm oil are the ones from West Africa. The important fact to know is that red palm oil from West Africa is derived from sustainable agriculture (so it is coming from traditional farms not plantations) and it is normally Fair Trade. I personally buy my red palm oil online from http://www.rainforestredpalmoil.com

The rainforest red palm oil is certified organic, derived sustainable agriculture and Fair Trade. There is no other red palm oil like this in America. I have suggested to them to try to market wholesale to local supermarket and organic foodstores. For now I will take it anyway I can get it!

]]> By: Friday 8/14/09 « Get up, get fit! http://www.fitnessspotlight.com/2006/09/19/the-tropical-oils/comment-page-1/#comment-7782 Friday 8/14/09 « Get up, get fit! Fri, 14 Aug 2009 19:15:03 +0000 http://www.fitnessspotlight.com/?p=8#comment-7782 [...] Read the full article here. [...] [...] Read the full article here. [...]

]]> By: Scott Kustes http://www.fitnessspotlight.com/2006/09/19/the-tropical-oils/comment-page-1/#comment-3408 Scott Kustes Mon, 28 Apr 2008 22:33:21 +0000 http://www.fitnessspotlight.com/?p=8#comment-3408 Good catch Rob. This post was written before I was aware that there are naturally-occurring trans fats in beef. In <a href="http://www.modernforager.com/blog/2008/04/14/digest-414/" target="new" rel="nofollow">this digest on 4/14</a>, I pointed to an article showing that the natural trans fats are beneficial against heart disease and other illnesses. It's another case where the results aren't as black-and-white as they seem. Though the advice to avoid trans fats is still good advice because the proportion of naturally-occurring trans fats is so minimal compared to the man-made ones, and the good ones can't be avoided if eating beef as one should be doing anyway. Hope that makes sense. Cheers Scott Good catch Rob. This post was written before I was aware that there are naturally-occurring trans fats in beef. In this digest on 4/14, I pointed to an article showing that the natural trans fats are beneficial against heart disease and other illnesses. It’s another case where the results aren’t as black-and-white as they seem. Though the advice to avoid trans fats is still good advice because the proportion of naturally-occurring trans fats is so minimal compared to the man-made ones, and the good ones can’t be avoided if eating beef as one should be doing anyway. Hope that makes sense.

Cheers
Scott

]]> By: Rob http://www.fitnessspotlight.com/2006/09/19/the-tropical-oils/comment-page-1/#comment-3407 Rob Sun, 27 Apr 2008 04:49:36 +0000 http://www.fitnessspotlight.com/?p=8#comment-3407 Great article Scott, however, it seems that trans fats can not be collectively interpreted as harmful, as several studies on conjugated linoleic acid may suggest its benefits. You're probably aware of this also, but just thought I might point it out. Thanks, Rob Great article Scott, however, it seems that trans fats can not be collectively interpreted as harmful, as several studies on conjugated linoleic acid may suggest its benefits. You’re probably aware of this also, but just thought I might point it out.

Thanks,
Rob

]]> By: Scott Kustes http://www.fitnessspotlight.com/2006/09/19/the-tropical-oils/comment-page-1/#comment-3115 Scott Kustes Fri, 04 Jan 2008 21:15:15 +0000 http://www.fitnessspotlight.com/?p=8#comment-3115 Hi Judy, You are correct that there are quite a few environmental problems with the production of palm oil. At the time I wrote this article, I was unaware of them. However, it doesn't change the fact that palm oil is one of the most healthful oils available. I've switched most of my oil usage to coconut oil and beef tallow and am in the process of sourcing leaf lard. Good luck with your project and keep us updated. Cheers Scott Hi Judy,
You are correct that there are quite a few environmental problems with the production of palm oil. At the time I wrote this article, I was unaware of them. However, it doesn’t change the fact that palm oil is one of the most healthful oils available. I’ve switched most of my oil usage to coconut oil and beef tallow and am in the process of sourcing leaf lard.

Good luck with your project and keep us updated.

Cheers
Scott

]]> By: jdutfield http://www.fitnessspotlight.com/2006/09/19/the-tropical-oils/comment-page-1/#comment-3114 jdutfield Fri, 04 Jan 2008 21:11:43 +0000 http://www.fitnessspotlight.com/?p=8#comment-3114 Hi This article is excellent and a great help to me in an article I am writing about cholesterol not being the cause of heart disease. My one problem with it is the negative environmental impact of palm oil plantations particularly in Indonesia where indigenous people have been displaced and many animals are losing their habitats. This includes the orang-utan, which is now in real danger. How do you answer this. Judy D Hi
This article is excellent and a great help to me in an article I am writing about cholesterol not being the cause of heart disease. My one problem with it is the negative environmental impact of palm oil plantations particularly in Indonesia where indigenous people have been displaced and many animals are losing their habitats. This includes the orang-utan, which is now in real danger. How do you answer this.
Judy D

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