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Dietary fat is one of the most confusing topics in nutrition. One decade it’s the villain. The next, it’s the hero. Right now, social media is telling us that seed oils are toxic and beef tallow is a health food.
In this episode, I break down dietary fat in a way that’s practical and evidence-based but not boring. I explain what fat is, why we need it, how different types of fat behave in the body, and why the current seed-oil-versus-tallow debate misses the real issue. I also talk about omega-6 fats, inflammation, frying, and why focusing on the whole food package matters more than demonizing individual ingredients.
Finally, I share simple, doable strategies to help you use fat intentionally — supporting long-term cardiometabolic health without turning food into a math problem.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
Resources & links:
Avocado Green Goddess Dressing
Cooking Oils & Fats from Health Meets Food and the American Academy of Culinary Medicine.
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