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1,000 Waking MinutesGuest Spotlight: The Truth About Seed Oils with Sound Bites® PodcastWhen it comes to seed oils, there are strong opinions, evolving science, and a lot of noise. In this special episode of 1,000 Waking Minutes, we revisit my 2023 interview on Sound Bites® podcast with the brilliant Melissa Joy Dobbins, MS, RDN, CDCES.Melissa’s podcast is a go-to for those who want credible, balanced insights, and I’m thrilled to share this conversation with you.Together, we explored seed oils from all angles: what they are, why they’re controversial, and how to use them effectively in your kitchen. We also tackled common claims around seed oils...2025-03-191h 05
Sound Bites A Nutrition PodcastPlant Based Diets: New Research on Benefits & Ideas for Simple Swaps – Dr. Wendy Bazilian This Sound Bites® Podcast episode is sponsored by the California Walnut Commission and Wendy Bazilian is a paid partner for the California Walnut Commission. Food trends ebb and flow but eating a plant-based diet has continued to trend and is likely to stick around for years to come. However, what exactly does a plant-based diet mean? What foods fit? And do people really understand how to implement it and reap the benefits? We will discuss the latest research on the effects that simple plant-based swaps can make on diet quality and overall well-being. Tune into t...2024-04-0345 min
Sound Bites A Nutrition PodcastSeed Oils: Controversy, Claims & Culinary Uses – Dr. Wendy BazilianSeed oils are often attributed to negative health effects due to their prominence in ultraprocessed foods and misunderstood science. Seed oils are a primary source of essential polyunsaturated fats (PUFAs: omega-6s and omega-3s) and are encouraged in most dietary patterns. However, the typical American diet is higher in omega-6s than is recommended, and while adults are generally meeting the recommendation for omega-3 intake, new evidence indicates we may benefit from a higher amount. Different cooking oils have different nutrient profiles and culinary capabilities. While cooking oils have beneficial unsaturated fats, many are lacking in e...2023-10-0453 min