Dr. Cate Shanahan returns to share vital insights on the dangers of seed oils and their impact on health. As a well-known Cornell-trained physician and author, Dr. Cate has spent years researching and advocating against the use of harmful vegetable oils. In this episode you’ll learn about the "Hateful Eight" oils and why they are detrimental to metabolic health. Dr. Cate explains the connection between these oils and chronic diseases, such as heart disease and diabetes. You will understand how to read labels to avoid these oils in everyday foods and get practical tips for making healthier dietary choices. Dr. Cate also covers the history and influence of the American Heart Association on dietary recommendations, revealing some eye-opening truths. Key takeaways you’ll gain include understanding the role of oxidative stress, the importance of choosing the right fats for a healthy diet, and how avoiding these oils can improve overall well-being.Timestamps: 00:00:00 — Opening 00:01:46 — Welcome and Introduction of Dr. Cate Shanahan 00:02:34 — The Reality of Food Deserts and Vegetable Oils 00:04:01 — The Ultra Wealthy and Their Dietary Choices 00:05:42 — Dr. Cate’s Personal Journey to Understanding Fats 00:11:10 — The Benefits of Avoiding Seed Oils 00:12:08 — The Hateful Eight Oils 00:19:07 — American Heart Association and Proctor & Gamble 00:28:15 — The Importance of Avoiding Oxidized Oils 00:39:05 — Clarifying Misconceptions About Omega-6 00:50:18 — The Impact of Diet on Family Structures 01:00:24 — The Role of Testosterone and Endocrine Disruptors 01:15:29 — Understanding Insulin Resistance 01:25:00 — The Slippery Slope of Statin Use 01:45:00 — Practical Tips for Avoiding Vegetable Oils 01:52:01 — Conclusion Sponsors: ARMRA | Go to TryARMRA.com and use the code DAVE to get 15% off your first order. Leela Quantum | Visit LeelaQ.com/Dave for 10% off. Resources: Dr. Cate’s book, “Dark Calories” is out now! Learn more about Dr. Cate: https://drcate.com/ Dr. Cate's Instagram: @drcaseyskitchen Levels’ Instagram: @DrCateShanahan Dave Asprey’s book ‘Smarter Not Harder’ is out now: https://daveasprey.com/books Follow Dave on Instagram: @Dave.Asprey Follow The Human Upgrade: @TheHumanUpgradePodcast Want to join The Human Upgrade Podcast Live? Join Our Upgrade Collective: https://www.ourupgradecollective.com/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.