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Seed Oils Under Fire: Debate Over Health Risks Rages

4/7/2025

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Seed oils like canola and soybean are facing fierce criticism on social media, with prominent voices like Robert F. Kennedy Jr. leading the charge. Detractors argue these oils contribute to inflammation, but experts counter that they aren't toxic and stress that a balanced diet is far more crucial than focusing on individual ingredients.

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Seed oils like canola and soybean are facing fierce criticism on social media, with prominent voices like Robert F. Kennedy Jr. leading the charge. Detractors argue these oils contribute to inflammation, but experts counter that they aren't toxic and stress that a balanced diet is far more crucial than focusing on individual ingredients.