ZOE Science & Nutrition Seed oils are not ‘evil’ - they could lower your risk of disease | Prof. Sarah Berry
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Sep 12, 2024 Join Professor Sarah Berry, a leading expert in nutritional sciences and Chief Scientist at ZOE, as she unravels the myths surrounding seed oils like canola and sunflower. She explains why these oils are often misunderstood and discusses their potential health benefits, including reducing disease risk. Listeners will learn how to navigate the world of dietary fats, the truth about omega-6 acids, and the importance of personalized nutrition. Berry's insights empower you to make more informed food choices in today's oil-dominated diet.
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Seed Oils: Prevalence vs. Perception
- Seed oils, like sunflower, soybean, and canola (rapeseed in the UK), are widely used in various food products.
- Despite their prevalence, many consider them unhealthy due to claims of inflammation and disease.
Seed Oil Facts
- Not all seed oils are unhealthy, and many vegetable oils are seed oils.
- Omega-6 fatty acids, found in seed oils, aren't necessarily harmful, and not all oils are unhealthy.
What are seed oils?
- Seed oils are extracted from seeds like sunflower, safflower, and corn.
- They are the most common source of oil in our diets after palm oil, with soybean oil being popular in the US and rapeseed oil in the UK.