Eric Williamson, PhD: Stop Fearing Seed Oils

EPISODE · Nov 26, 2025 · 49 MIN

Eric Williamson, PhD: Stop Fearing Seed Oils

from AGEIST · host David Stewart

Eric Williamson, PhD, registered dietitian and Director of Nutrition at Canyon Ranch, lays out a clear, practical roadmap for building a better relationship with food. For starters, he explains why one-size-fits-all advice around protein, fiber, and fat often misses the mark. Learn how to optimize your diet without stress, fear, or gimmicks, especially as you age. From fiber-rich meals to evidence-based takes on seed oils and sweeteners, Eric offers straight answers rooted in science, not trends.How long will you live? Take our quiz today to find out!Special Thanks to Our SponsorsTimeline Nutrition: Our favorite supplement for cell support and mitochondrial function. Listeners can now get 20% off their first Timeline purchase by using the code “AGEIST” at checkout at TimelineNutrition.com/ageist.LMNT Electrolytes: Our #1 electrolytes for optimal hydration. Get a free 8-count Sample Pack of LMNT’s most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase by using our link here. Find your favorite LMNT flavor, or share with a friend.Our Place: Right now, Our Place is having their biggest sale of the year! Save up to 35% sitewide now through December 2nd. Head to fromourplace.com and see why more than a million people have made the switch to Our Place kitchenware. And with their 100-day risk-free trial, free shipping, and free returns, you can shop with total confidence. Shop the Our Place Black Friday Sale right now (no code needed). Key Moments“Protein is the nutrient that we have the highest needs for next to water.”“Fiber is the only nutrient where we don’t see an upper limit for disease risk reduction.”“Instead of being scared of our grocery store aisles, we’re better served by focusing on what to eat.”Connect with Eric Williamson, PhDCanyon RanchLinkedInInstagramConnect with AGEISTNewsletterInstagramWebsiteLinkedInSay hi to the AGEIST team!

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