Why does Becel Margarine contain tropical oils such as palm oil and palm kernel oil?
A Small amounts of these oils are used instead of partially hydrogenated oils to harden the margarine and make it more spreadable without adding any trans fatty acids. The presence of palm and palm kernel oil need not be a cause for alarm. When choosing a margarine, look at its nutritional profile. What is most important is the overall nutritional value of the food, not the individual ingredients. This information may be found in the nutrition information panel and through nutrition claims on the packaging. Becel is low in saturated fat, has no trans fat, and contains a higher proportion of polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fat.
