EPISODE · Oct 27, 2023 · 41 MIN
Ep 3: Seed Oils: Are they really the Devil? Saturated fat, linoleic acid, and hexane controversies
from The Hand That Feeds Us · host Chelsea C. W. Milligan
Are seed oils really the devil? They've been demonized by some and lauded by others, so which is it--friend or foe? On today's episode, we dive into the sometimes conflicting data available regarding seed oils. We also discuss the historical figures-- and their conflicts of interest-- that led us to the mainstream narrative regarding these processed curiosities and the fats they replace. Come chew the fat with us! Articles for more info: *Linoleic Acid: A Narrative Review of the Effects of Increased Intake in the Standard American Diet and Associations with chronic disease *Towards Substitution of Hexane as Extraction Solvent of Food Products and Ingredients with No Regrets *A short history of saturated fat: the making and unmaking of a scientific consensus *Linoleic Acid Email us @ [email protected] Find Us on Instagram @ thehandthatfeedsus
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