Social media users often refer to seed oils as the Hateful Eight.
But for many people, its hard to avoid seed oils.
Consuming excessivesaturated fatcan raise levels of “bad” cholesterol, increasing the risk of heart disease and stroke.
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Even if you skip fast food altogether, steering clear of seed oils can be difficult.
But do you even need to avoid seed oils to maintain a healthy diet?
What Are the Health Benefits of Seed Oils?
Fatty fish contain more omega-3s, while seed oils contain more omega-6s.
Oxidation is another reason some people decide to avoid seed oils.
Is Beef Tallow Healthier Than Seed Oils Though?
However, the evidence does not support blaming seed oils alone.
Using beef tallow, as RFK Jr. has suggested, is also an option.
Seed oils are low in saturated fats.
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