Ep 7 - Are Seed Oils Killing Me? Dark Calories, Dr. Catherine Shanahan & Metabolic Dysfunction

Are seed oils killing me? Have I been paying for my own poison for decades? There's an uncomfortable thought. But given that seed oils make up some 30% of the calories in the average American's diet, the answer to this question is massively important.In this episode, I dive into the work of Dr. Catherine Shanahan, and her book Dark Calories - How Vegetable Oils Destroy Our Health And How We Can Get It Back. Dr. Shanahan is one of the loudest and most prolific voices warning against the dangers of seed oils. But is she right?Chapters00:00 The Health Debate: Are Seed Oils Harmful?02:51 Whether Seed Oils Are Helpful Or Hurtful Has Massive Implications07:38 The Experts Disagree About Seed Oils. What Are We To Believe?09:40 Dark Calories And Dr. Catherine Shanahan17:39 What Do We Mean By Seed Oils? The Hateful Eight19:47 Why Are Seed Oils Harmful? Part 125:27 Why Are Seed Oils Harmful? Part 231:05 Seed Oils Disrupt The Proper Functioning of Our Body Fat32:39 Insulin Resistance, Mitochondria, & Metabolic Dysfunction38:56 Population Data: The Impact of Seed Oils42:22 The Controversy Around Cholesterol51:26 High Cholesterol is Not Associated with Heart Disease55:26 The Controversy of Ancel Keys and Saturated Fats59:16 The Role of Seed Oils in Health01:00:01 Where I Am On Seed Oils Right Now01:04:34 Conclusion and Call to ActionAI OverviewIn this conversation, Norbie Schickel explores the controversial topic of seed oils and their impact on health, particularly focusing on cholesterol. He discusses the arguments presented by Dr. Catherine Shanahan in her book 'Dark Calories', which challenges conventional wisdom about dietary fats and cholesterol. The conversation delves into the processing of seed oils, their potential toxicity, and the implications for chronic diseases and metabolic dysfunction. Schickel emphasizes the need for critical thinking and personal investigation into nutrition science, highlighting the importance of understanding the nuances of dietary choices.