Ancestral vs. Modern Human Diets, Seed Oils, Inflammation, Fat Oxidation, Influence of Industry on Food Science | Steven Rofrano | 194

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Sep 11, 2024

Steven Rofrano, co-founder and CEO of Ancient Crunch, delves into the controversial world of ancestral versus modern diets. He discusses the health risks associated with seed oils, linking them to inflammation and oxidative stress. Rofrano highlights the corrupting influence of private industry on food science and stresses the importance of traditional fats over processed options. He also shares insights from his personal health journey and the mission behind his startup, aiming to provide healthier snack alternatives. A compelling look at food and health!

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Intro

00:00 • 2min

Exploring Traditional Food Practices and Principles

01:49 • 2min

A Culinary Journey to Better Health

03:43 • 11min

The Seed Oil Dilemma

14:18 • 18min

The Dual Nature of Inflammation

31:51 • 14min

The Seed Oil Saga: Health, History, and Hype

45:30 • 20min

Exploring Omega Fatty Acids and the Controversy of Seed Oils

01:05:55 • 4min

Debunking Dietary Fat Myths

01:09:35 • 19min

Understanding Weight Loss: Seed Oils and Hormonal Influences

01:28:41 • 5min

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About the guest: Steven Rofrano became interested in human health & food, including ancestral vs. modern diets, from personal experiences in diet & allergies during college. He is co-founder and CEO at Ancient Crunch, Inc., which provides alternatives to widely consumed ultra-processed snack foods. Before becoming an entrepreneur Steven studied mathematics at Yale University and worked as a software engineer.

Episode summary: Nick and Steven discuss: ancestral vs. modern foods; seed oils & polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs); inflammation, allergies, and immunity; PUFAs, free radicals, and oxidative stress; the corrupting influence of private industry on food science; the history of seed oils; animal vs. plant fats; Steven’s food startup; and more.

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