The Ultimate Human with Gary Brecka

132. Seed Oils: The Cooking Oils in Your Kitchen Could Be Fueling Cancer (UCLA Study)

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Jan 16, 2025
Are the cooking oils in your kitchen harmful? Recent UCLA research dives into the connection between seed oils and prostate cancer. The discussion highlights the risks of inflammation linked to these oils. Listeners can learn how the imbalance between omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids affects health. Practical dietary tips are shared to help improve well-being and potentially lower cancer risks. It's an eye-opening look at how what we cook with could impact our health!
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INSIGHT

Seed Oils and Inflammation

  • Seed oils, found in common cooking oils, are high in omega-6 fatty acids.
  • Excess omega-6, without enough omega-3s, can cause chronic inflammation, increasing cancer risk.
INSIGHT

UCLA Prostate Cancer Study

  • A UCLA study showed the impact of dietary fats on prostate cancer.
  • Men with high omega-3, low omega-6 diets had decreased tumor aggressiveness versus increased growth in the control group.
ADVICE

Dietary Fat Recommendations

  • Replace seed oils with olive, avocado, or coconut oil when cooking.
  • Prioritize omega-3 foods like salmon and walnuts, while avoiding processed foods high in seed oils.
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