AXIOS December 28, 2024
Seed oils are being targeted by Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and influencers claiming they are linked to chronic illness and other health concerns, but many health experts say the oils are simply caught up in the real problem: Americans’ diet and overconsumption.
Why it matters: The debate over seed oils ultimately ties back to Americans’ over-reliance on processed foods and other, broader dietary habits that many people want the government to help address.
Driving the news: Online influencers and the RFK-led health movement alike share a skepticism of seed oils and their impact on people’s health.
- Oils made from seeds including canola, soy and sunflower have been dubbed the “Hateful Eight.”
- RFK has said Americans are being “unknowingly poisoned”...
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