Life Is palm oil bad for you? Here’s why you’re better off choosing olive oil. August 28, 2023August 29, 2023Delaney NothaftComments Off on Is palm oil bad for you? Here’s why you’re better off choosing olive oil. Palm oil contains about 50% saturated fat, which increases "bad" LDL cholesterol. But it is better for you than other tropical oils like coconut oil.