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Bottles of seed oils including sunflower and rapeseed with seeds on a table

Are seed oils fuelling colon cancer?

These claims are based on a new study, but what does the science actually say? On December 11th, the Daily Mail published an article with the alarming head

Rows of plastic bottles filled with golden-yellow seed oil line a supermarket shelf. This image visually anchors the article’s examination of seed oils and their alleged link to inflammation, challenging widespread misinformation with evidence-based analysis of the health impacts of vegetable oils.

Do seed oils cause inflammation?

Do seed oils cause inflammation? Systematic reviews and major institutions (Harvard, Stanford, AHA, BHF) all say no. Here is what the science actually shows.

Golden olive oil being poured into a glass bowl, surrounded by fresh olives and olive leaves on a rustic wooden surface. The image highlights the purity and versatility of olive oil, echoing the article’s message debunking outdated fears and encouraging readers to confidently cook with this healthy, plant-based fat.

Dr. Paul Saladino suggests "Olive oil is not for cooking and should not be heated."

The claim that cooking with olive oil is dangerous is not supported by evidence. Olive oil is stable at normal cooking temperatures — here's the science.

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