The Plant Free MD with Dr Anthony Chaffee

Episode 150: Omega-6 Apocalypse: Vegetable Oils, Obesity, and Chronic Disease

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Aug 21, 2023
Dr. Chris Knobbe discusses the correlation between processed food consumption and age-related macarithine generation. They explore the impact of vegetable oils on chronic diseases like obesity, heart disease, cancers, and diabetes. The rise of vegetable oils and its correlation with heart disease is also analyzed. The chapter addresses the dangers of consuming seed oils high in Omega-6 fatty acids and discusses ancestral diets and their impact on health.
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ANECDOTE

Arthritis and Paleo Diet

  • Chris Knobbe's interest in nutrition stemmed from his personal experience with arthritis.
  • A paleo diet drastically improved his arthritis in just a week.
INSIGHT

Processed Foods and Chronic Disease

  • Processed foods, including refined flour, sugars, and vegetable oils, are major drivers of chronic diseases. Knobbe's research suggests a strong correlation between these foods and age-related macular degeneration (AMD).
INSIGHT

Rise of Vegetable Oils

  • Vegetable oil consumption has dramatically increased since the mid-19th century.
  • Before that time, vegetable oils were virtually absent from most people's diets.
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