The Dave Chang Show Seed Oils Part 2, With Dr. Cate Shanahan
Jul 28, 2025
Dr. Cate Shanahan, author of 'Deep Nutrition' and a former consultant for the Los Angeles Lakers, dives into the contentious world of seed oils and their impacts on health. She discusses the rise of industrial oils and how marketing skewed public perception. The conversation also highlights the anti-seed oil movement's growth and its implications for nutrition. Throughout, they explore the historical context of cooking fats, evolving dietary trends, and the importance of returning to traditional, nutrient-dense fats for better health.
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Olestra Potato Chip Experiment
- Dave Chang shares his experience eating olestra potato chips despite warnings of side effects.
- He was curious about the effects despite disclaimers about heartburn and anal leakage.
Seed Oils' Dark History
- Seed oils are the poster child of processed food and their rise was fueled by a marketing campaign.
- The myth that cholesterol causes heart attacks was invented to sell seed oils and has deeply impacted cuisine and health.
Swap Hateful Eight Oils Now
- Swap all 'hateful eight' refined seed oils for traditional fats like butter, coconut oil, or virgin peanut oil.
- This single diet change can fix 80% of your health issues without other modifications.
