Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth 1777: Cooking Oils That Can Make You Sick With Max Lugavere
Mar 24, 2022
Max Lugavere, author of Genius Kitchen and host of the Genius Life podcast, joins to discuss the health concerns surrounding highly processed vegetable oils. He highlights the dangers of canola oil and other industrial oils while advocating for healthier choices like olive oil. The conversation touches on the importance of home cooking, the misconceptions about healthy food's taste, and the benefits of magnesium and organ meats. Max also shares delicious recipes from his cookbook, emphasizing that healthy eating can be both satisfying and flavorful.
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Canola Oil Processing
- Canola oil, derived from rapeseed, undergoes intensive processing, including deodorization.
- This process creates trans fats, posing cardiovascular and brain health risks.
LDL and Inflammatory Fats
- While polyunsaturated fats like canola oil lower LDL cholesterol, they introduce trans fats and oxidation.
- This oxidized LDL becomes inflammatory, increasing cardiovascular and Alzheimer's risks.
Fat Integration and Omega-6 Overconsumption
- Consumed fats integrate into the body, affecting brain function regardless of calorie intake.
- Overconsumption of omega-6s hinders the body's ability to utilize essential omega-3s.
