You Can Love Seed Oils Too, Don’t You Know They’re Non-toxic?

On this week’s episode of the pod, we tackle the wellness industry’s enemy du jour: seed oils.

First, we introduce seed oils and some examples that are commonly used. We summarize the array of false claims circulating about seed oils: that they cause inflammation and a slew of chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes, the [already debunked] leaky gut, cardiovascular disease, and more. We discuss the fat composition of seed oils, specifically omega-6 fatty acids, linoleic acid, and why they have been put under scrutiny. We chat about this oft-misinterpreted term “inflammation” and what it means in the context of food consumption and our bodies. We then dig into the data to discuss the clinical evidence related to consumption of omega-6 fatty acids and seed oils broadly. We also cover the false claim that refined oils contain harmful toxins and talk about how oils are extracted from food sources. We hope this episode alleviates a lot of unfounded concerns from content circulating on social media!

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