Crisco wasn’t invented by or for the German Navy, or for the purpose of lubricating submarines. Hydrogenation, the process by which Crisco is made from vegetable oils, was invented by German chemist ...

Hydrogenated vegetable oil is a common ingredient in many processed foods. Many manufacturers prefer this oil for its low cost and long shelf life. However, it’s associated with several serious side ...

Our appetite for the oil hurts the environment and wildlife. But Gabon hopes to show how to build an industry while protecting its forests. MalaysiaBunches of oil palm fruit harvested by hand are ...