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INVISIBLE OVERLOAD > INFLAMMATORY OILS
INFLAMMATORY OILS
Not all oils are created equal—some provide powerful health benefits, while others can quietly contribute to inflammation and chronic disease. Healthy fats like olive oil, avocado oil, and certain fish oils support heart health, brain function, and help fight inflammation. But overly processed seed oils, commonly found in packaged foods and restaurants, may do more harm than good when eaten regularly. Understanding the difference can make a big impact on your overall well-being.
Choosing the right oils can be a simple but powerful step toward supporting your long-term health.
Is Inflammation the Root Cause of Chronic Disease?
Chronic inflammation is increasingly recognized as a key driver behind many of today’s most common health conditions—including heart disease, type 2 diabetes, autoimmune disorders, Alzheimer’s, and even some cancers. While it may not be the sole cause, it acts like a slow-burning fire in the body, silently damaging tissues and accelerating disease over time.
Fats: What They Are, Why They Matter, and How to Choose Wisely
Understanding the difference between saturated, monounsaturated, polyunsaturated, and trans fats can help you make smarter choices that support energy, heart health, and inflammation balance. This section breaks it down so you can feel confident about the fats you’re eating—and avoiding.
Understanding the Role of Omega 3+6 in Inflammation
The types of oils and fats you consume can either support your body’s natural defenses or quietly fuel chronic inflammation. By understanding the delicate balance between omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, you’ll see why choosing the right fats matters—not just for energy or brain health, but for keeping inflammation in check and disease at bay.
Bringing Your Omegas Back Into Balance
Omega-6 and omega-3 fats both play essential roles in your body—but they need to stay in balance. Most people today are getting far too many omega-6s and not enough omega-3s. Rather than counting grams, the goal is to shift your ratio—reducing excess omega-6s from processed oils, while increasing omega-3-rich foods like salmon, flaxseeds, and walnuts. Even small adjustments can make a big difference.
Here's the Big Issue
Thanks to the overwhelming presence of processed seed and vegetable oils in the typical American diet, most people are unknowingly consuming far too many omega-6s. These oils sneak into almost every processed food we consume. This dietary overload throws the balance out of sync, making it harder for our bodies to function at their best.
Processing and Packaging
Thanks to the overwhelming presence of processed seed and vegetable oils in the typical American diet—sneaking into nearly every processed food you can think of—most people are unknowingly consuming far too many omega-6s. This dietary overload throws the balance out of sync, making it harder for our bodies to function at their best.