I think citing sources on "potentially pro-inflammatory" are incredibly important when making such strong statements like "sunflower oil contains 65-75% omega-6 (bad)." Omega-6 fatty acids are not bad.
Good call. The science is nuanced, as described in this study https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40320870/ "The metabolic rivalry between omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids influences immunological homeostasis and the advancement of illness. Considering the contemporary dietary imbalance favoring elevated omega-6 consumption, our results highlight the need for a nuanced approach to dietary guidelines that accounts for the intricate interactions between PUFAs in immune modulation and inflammation resolution. Future studies should investigate tailored dietary strategies and treatment interventions aimed at PUFA metabolism to alleviate chronic inflammatory disorders including malignancy."
Seed oils are hot topic these days. I agree with you that it's the processing and potentially heating of the oils that can make them harmful to us. I wish the general public would understand the nuances between non-gmo / organic expeller pressed oils vs those processed with chemicals like hexane.
Please know that it is the ratio of omega 6 to omega 3s that are important. We need omega 6, but in a healthy amount and ratio to omega 3.
To that end, Canola actually has the best ratio of almost 2:1. Olive just has less of each omega.
Thank you Michael. I've edited to add that very language of ratio into my post. Won't show up in inbox delivered subscribers, but will on the platform.
I think citing sources on "potentially pro-inflammatory" are incredibly important when making such strong statements like "sunflower oil contains 65-75% omega-6 (bad)." Omega-6 fatty acids are not bad.
Good call. The science is nuanced, as described in this study https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40320870/ "The metabolic rivalry between omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids influences immunological homeostasis and the advancement of illness. Considering the contemporary dietary imbalance favoring elevated omega-6 consumption, our results highlight the need for a nuanced approach to dietary guidelines that accounts for the intricate interactions between PUFAs in immune modulation and inflammation resolution. Future studies should investigate tailored dietary strategies and treatment interventions aimed at PUFA metabolism to alleviate chronic inflammatory disorders including malignancy."
Hi Jennifer & Melanie,
Seed oils are hot topic these days. I agree with you that it's the processing and potentially heating of the oils that can make them harmful to us. I wish the general public would understand the nuances between non-gmo / organic expeller pressed oils vs those processed with chemicals like hexane.
Please know that it is the ratio of omega 6 to omega 3s that are important. We need omega 6, but in a healthy amount and ratio to omega 3.
To that end, Canola actually has the best ratio of almost 2:1. Olive just has less of each omega.
Thanks!
Thank you Michael. I've edited to add that very language of ratio into my post. Won't show up in inbox delivered subscribers, but will on the platform.
Such a good one!