We can't find evidence that holds up here. Proponents are reasoning from mechanism or analogy rather than direct human data, and the most credible skeptics raise objections we can't dismiss.
The crux of the matter is the danger of overgeneralization. Perhaps the more pertinent question we should be posing is: Are seed oils – the varied and multifaceted group that they are – truly the most accurate (or even just "useful") lens through which we can understand the pitfalls of modern diets? I'd argue not, especially when considering what is actually a multitude of factors working in concert, each playing a role in either supporting or undermining health.
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Bookmarking — the dossier-vs-overview split is the right call. Most of the time I want overview; sometimes I want receipts.
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I don't think it's useful to paint seed oils unilaterally as a singular villain of modern diets.