About this episode

This episode discusses the controversy surrounding seed oils and whether they should be avoided in our diets.

Seed oils seem to be the newest food villain. Are they something you truly need to avoid? Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

People in this episode

Host: Brian Dunning

Topics covered

• food supply
• seed oils
• health risks
• nutrition
• dietary choices

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Skeptoid

Products: Seed Oils

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