Seed Oils and Processed Foods: Dr. Berry explains how seed oils are commonly found in ultra-processed foods and discusses their role in an unhealthy diet. [0:04]

Debunking Myths About Seed Oils: Dr. Berry highlights the common misconceptions about seed oils, including concerns about rancidity, oxidation, and their link to inflammation.[2:20]

Are Seed Oils Really Harmful?: An evidence-based analysis of whether seed oils increase health risks like cardiovascular disease. [3:48]

The Health Benefits of Seed Oils: Dr. Berry explains how seed oils can lower LDL cholesterol and reduce cardiovascular risk factors. [8:11]

Why Are Seed Oils Everywhere?: An overview of the reasons behind the widespread use of seed oils in processed foods. [11:52]

The Truth About Processing and Packaging: The role of processing techniques and packaging materials in the quality of seed oils. [17:40]

Hydrogenation and Trans Fats: The difference between partial and full hydrogenation and their implications for health. [30:23]

The Impact of Heating Oils: How cooking methods and frying oils affect health outcomes. [48:52]

Omega-6 vs. Omega-3: Dr. Berry explains why we should focus on increasing omega-3 intake instead of worrying about omega-6 consumption. [54:43]

In this episode of The High Performance Health Podcast, Angela Foster dives deep into the controversial topic of seed oils with Dr. Sarah Berry, a renowned nutrition scientist and professor at King’s College London. Dr. Berry is the Chief Scientist at ZOE and has conducted over 35 human nutrition studies, including the groundbreaking ZOE Predict Study, the world’s largest in-depth research program on nutrition.

Are seed oils really as harmful as they’re made out to be? Or is the fear surrounding them based on misinformation? Dr. Berry offers a balanced, evidence-based perspective, busting myths and addressing common misconceptions about seed oils, their processing, and their health impacts.

Whether you’re confused about what oils to use in cooking or want to know more about the science behind fats and their role in your health, this episode provides practical insights to help you make informed decisions.

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Angela Foster is an award winning Nutritionist, Health & Performance Coach, Keynote Speaker and Host of The High Performance Health Podcast.

A former corporate lawyer turned industry leader in biohacking and health optimisation for women, Angela regularly gives keynotes to large fitness, health and wellness events including the Health Optimisation summit, The Biohacker summit, Dragonfly live, Elevate Fitness conference and Gaia TV. She also delivers Health Optimisation and Performance Workshops to large multinational corporations and senior leaders with a strong focus on women’s health and burnout prevention.

Angela is also the creator of BioSyncing® a blueprint for high performing women who want to ditch burnout, harmonise their hormones and elevate their life.