ZOE Science & Nutrition Seed oils are not ‘evil’ - they could lower your risk of disease | Prof. Sarah Berry
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Sep 12, 2024 Join Professor Sarah Berry, a leading expert in nutritional sciences and Chief Scientist at ZOE, as she unravels the myths surrounding seed oils like canola and sunflower. She explains why these oils are often misunderstood and discusses their potential health benefits, including reducing disease risk. Listeners will learn how to navigate the world of dietary fats, the truth about omega-6 acids, and the importance of personalized nutrition. Berry's insights empower you to make more informed food choices in today's oil-dominated diet.
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Types of Fats and Fatty Acids
- Fats consist of fatty acids categorized as saturated (generally unhealthy), monounsaturated (healthy), and polyunsaturated (healthy).
- Polyunsaturated fats are further divided into omega-3 and omega-6, both essential for health, but obtained only through diet.
Debunking the Seed Oil Myth
- Critics argue that increased seed oil consumption correlates with rising health issues, but this correlation doesn't equal causation.
- This association ignores other factors like increased processed food intake, sedentary lifestyles, and stress.
Omega-6 and Heart Health
- Epidemiological studies show that increased omega-6 intake is associated with reduced heart disease risk, not increased risk.
- Omega-6 lowers bad cholesterol and a small population with a specific gene variant may react differently to it.