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The history and DANGERS of seed oils — Whalespan

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The history and DANGERS of seed oils

Paul Saladino8m · 2022-02-16

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◐Partially SupportedConsuming more saturated fat and less polyunsaturated fat can increase LDL cholesterol by 15-20%.✕Not SupportedThe evidence directly implicating LDL cholesterol in the formation of atherosclerotic plaque or heart disease progression is weak.✕Not SupportedNative LDL cholesterol alone is not sufficient to cause atherosclerosis.◐Partially SupportedConsuming canola oil or other seed oils, which are high in polyunsaturated fatty acids, generally lowers LDL cholesterol.Partially Supported

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Heart attacks, diabetes, and obesity were very rare before the 1950s.

◐Partially SupportedSeed oils were marketed as a cheaper, better alternative to animal fats due to shelf life and appearance.

◐Partially SupportedIn 1900, the American diet consisted almost exclusively of animal fats with minimal olive oil, and chronic illness rates were very low.

◐Partially SupportedThe introduction of seed oils from 1910 correlates with a rise in chronic illnesses including obesity, cancer, heart disease, and diabetes.