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Why Seed Oils Are the Worst Foods in Your Diet & How To Avoid Them - Dr. Cate Shanahan : 1168

The Human Upgrade: Biohacking for Longevity & Performance

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Clarifying Misconceptions About Omega-3 and Omega-6 Fatty Acids

The notion that all plant-based omega-3s are healthy is a myth; there are differences between oxidized and non-oxidized omega-3s. Plant-based omega-3s and animal-based omega-3s exist, with animals producing similar omega-3s to plants. Both omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids are essential for the body but in limited quantities for a healthy metabolism. Historically, people consumed less than 5% of calories from omega-3 or omega-6. The analogy made is that focusing solely on omega-3 supplementation without considering the overconsumption of vegetable oil is like trimming the sails of a boat with a gaping hole causing rapid water intake - stressing the need to address the excessive use of vegetable oils.

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