Why We Say No to Palm Oil in Your Snacks & Sweets (And You Should Too)

What’s Really in Your Snack?

Ever paused to read the back of a snack pack? That tiny list of ingredients often hides something you might not expect is palm oil. It’s everywhere: in biscuits, namkeens, sweets, and even the so-called “better-for-you” snacks. But here’s the truth, why palm oil is bad for health is a question more people are starting to ask, and for good reason.

At Sweet Karam Coffee, we believe in bringing you the best of tradition and taste without hidden compromises. That’s why we proudly say no to palm oil in all our snacks and sweets. And once you understand why, you might too.

What Is Palm Oil and Why Is It Everywhere?

Palm oil is a type of vegetable oil derived from the fruit of the oil palm tree. It’s used extensively in packaged foods because it’s cheap, blends well, and extends shelf life. That’s why it finds its way into everything from fried chips to sweets.

But here’s what they don’t tell you — just because something is common doesn’t mean it’s the best choice for you.

The Problem with Palm Oil

Here’s why it’s worth knowing the health risks of palm oil:

It’s been linked to various concerns, especially when heavily processed and used in large quantities in daily diets. The issue isn’t just “oil”, it’s about what goes behind it, and what it can do to your long-term well-being. If you’ve ever wondered why is palm oil bad for you, then you’re not alone and you're asking the right questions.

The good news? You don’t have to settle for it.

Why We Don’t Use Palm Oil

At Sweet Karam Coffee, our goal is simple: stay true to time-honoured traditions using clean ingredients that bring comfort, joy, and real taste. That means no shortcuts and definitely no palm oil in our South Indian Snacks.

We choose palm oil alternatives that keep our snacks authentic and real like edible vegetable oils with groundnut, rice bran, coconut and ghee or butter in selected items. We believe you can have home-style snacks that feel like they came straight from your kitchen minus the additives you never signed up for.

Kids-Friendly Snacks Made Right

Parents love us for a reason. When it comes to feeding little ones, every ingredient matters. With no palm oil in sight, our snacks like the South Indian Chips are thoughtfully made to be kid-friendly, comforting, and guilt-free. No unpronounceable ingredients. Just things your grandmother would approve of.

Palm Oil-Free Snacks That Taste Better

We hear it all the time — “Oh, I didn’t expect it to taste this good!”

It’s commonly assumed that “better-for-you” snacks are boring. Dry. Tasteless. And not fun.

But we’re here to show you that it doesn’t have to be that way! 

From our crunchy Banana Chips, made the traditional way, to melt-in-the-mouth Mysurpa and nostalgic Madras Mixture, our range of palm oil free sweets and snacks prove otherwise. These products bring joy back to snack time — without compromise.

Our Delicious Snacks Made Without Palm Oil

Here are just a few favourites from our palm-oil-free range:

• Butter Murukku – a crispy delight with the richness of ghee and rice flour.
  

• Mysurpa – A popular pink in South Indian sweets, it’s soft, golden, and everything your sweet tooth dreams of.
  

• Seedai and Ribbon Pakoda – festive, crunchy and full of flavour, no palm oil needed.
  

• Nendran Banana Chips – authentically fried in coconut oil for that signature Kerala taste.

When we say tradition meets taste, we mean it with zero palm oil.

How You Can Avoid Palm Oil Too

Want to avoid the harmful effects of palm oil in your snacks? Here’s how:

• Read food labels carefully — palm oil can appear as “vegetable oil,” “hydrogenated oil,” or “palmolein” on the label.
  

• Look for brands that mention what oil they do use.
  

• Support brands (like us!) that are transparent and proud to use real, wholesome ingredients.
  

• Choose products without palm oil that feel good and taste better.

Taste the Real Difference

Go palm-oil-free, your body will thank you for it!

Here at Sweet Karam Coffee, we've stood up not only for tradition, but for you. Our promise to say no to palm oil isn't merely about fads, it's about giving you snacks that are reliable, good-for-you, and tasty, every bite.

Why settle for anything less when you can take a bite out of better?

So now that you know why palm oil is not good for health, go ahead and experience our palm-oil-free confectionery and snack foods. Discover the real difference for yourself! We offer worldwide snacks delivery online, so you can enjoy our tasty bites any time, anywhere!