Vegetable oils: Friend or foe? | Dr. Cate Shanahan

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Vegetable oils are sometimes referred to as seed oils because they come from the seeds of plants. The most commonly used include corn, soybean, canola, palm, peanut, safflower, and sunflower oil. They are widely touted as an alternative to butter, but Dr. Cate Shanahan, a physician-scientist, challenges the notion that these oils are a heart-healthy, pro-aging option.
Navigating the dietary landscape can be a daunting task, with mixed messages creating widespread confusion. The inclusion of vegetable oils in our diet is a controversial and disputed topic. This interview presents the argument against their use. We will explore alternative views in future episodes.
In her latest book, Dark Calories: How Vegetable Oils Destroy Our Health and How We Can Get It Back, Dr. Shanahan identifies what she calls the "Hateful Eight" - oils used in cooking that she says are "the root cause of inflammatory disease" and "sugar cravings for most people".
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