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The Resetter Podcast with Dr. Mindy Pelz

A Simple Diet Shift to Take Control of Your Metabolism with Dr. Cate Shanahan

Dec 9, 2024
Dr. Cate Shanahan, a board-certified family physician and author, dives into the surprising dangers of seed oils and their impact on metabolism and cravings. She reveals how these oils can be more harmful than sugar and shares insights on how to eliminate them from your diet, even when dining out. The conversation highlights a two-week challenge to boost metabolism and critiques common dietary myths. Plus, Shanahan discusses the 'hateful eight' oils to avoid and emphasizes the need to understand our food choices for better health.
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Quick takeaways

  • Seed oils are more harmful than sugar, significantly disrupting metabolism and contributing to cravings and insulin resistance.
  • Distinguishing between natural and processed carbohydrates is crucial for health, advocating a return to unprocessed food choices is emphasized.

Deep dives

The Dangers of Seed Oils

Seed oils are argued to be more harmful than sugars and carbs, with significant effects on metabolism. The discussion highlights that these oils can disrupt normal metabolic functions, leading to sugar cravings and contributing to insulin resistance. This state of insulin resistance makes the body crave carbohydrates and sugars for energy, rather than utilizing fat stores effectively. The issue lies in our dominance of seed oils in the modern diet, making it crucial to understand their impact on health.

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