Food For Thought The Best Oils, Fasting & Menopause
Nov 4, 2024
Join Professor Sarah Berry, Chief Scientist at Zoe and an expert in nutrition research, as she dives into fascinating discussions about women's health. Learn how seed oils can actually benefit our well-being and why omega-6 ratios spark debate. Berry highlights the urgent need for women's representation in health studies and reveals the impact of hormonal changes during menopause on lifestyle. Discover insights on a potential ‘menopause-friendly diet’ and the advantages of intermittent fasting for women.
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Seed Oils Are Healthy
- Seed oils are a good part of a healthy diet based on current evidence.
- Claims that seed oils are toxic are pseudoscientific and unfounded.
Balance Olive and Seed Oils
- Use a mix of extra virgin olive oil and seed oils to reduce LDL cholesterol.
- Prefer extra virgin olive oil but don't fear including seed oils like rapeseed and sunflower.
Menopause Worsens Health Risks
- Menopause causes women to lose estrogen's protective effects, worsening health markers.
- Post-menopausal women have higher blood pressure, visceral fat, cholesterol, and insulin resistance.
