Shownotes Transcript
Are processed seed and vegetable oils a regular part of your diet? Chances are, they could be causing health issues you've been trying to fix for years. Dr. Cate Shanahan is the leading authority on nutrition and human metabolism. A board-certified Family Physician with over 20 years of clinical experience, and NY Times bestselling author of The FatBurn Fix, Deep Nutrition and Food Rules, her expertise is fixing the underlying problems that cause metabolic damage and inflammation, leading to autoimmunity, weight gain, diabetes, cancer and accelerated aging processes. Her passion is helping people feel their best. (https://drcate.com/about-drcatecom/)) I learned a ton during the episode and I know you will as well.
What we discussed:
- The science behind the negative effects of seed oils on the body (1:52)
- Why she became interested in this field (3:08)
- The history and current narrative around nutrition in the medical community, including the role of seed oils and the challenges of changing beliefs (5:37)
- The dangers of vegetable oils and their impact on metabolism and weight gain (11:12)
- How vegetable oils contribute to metabolic disease epidemics through oxidative stress and inflammation (19:15)
- Healthy fats, smoke point, and insulin resistance (24:48)
- Insulin resistance, nutrition, and processed foods (30:30)
- How vegetable oils affect metabolism and weight loss on a ketogenic diet (33:47)
- Avoiding unhealthy fats and prioritizing quality sources (38:38)
- The importance of quality fats and the misinformation in the medical field (46:45)
- The benefits of removing seed oils from the diet for better health (51:10)
Where to learn more:
- Dr. Cate)
- Dark Calories)
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