Today, I am going to red-pill you about vegetable oils because they are toxic and will make you sick. Contrary to popular belief, the term 'vegetable oils' is somewhat misleading. These oils are named 'vegetable' not because they come from vegetables in the traditional sense, but because they are derived from plant sources. This includes seeds such as cottonseeds, soybeans, and sunflowers seeds.
These oils need to be refined to remove various toxins and natural impurities which can be harmful or affect the taste and stability of the oil. The refining process also helps in extending the shelf life of these oils.
However, this refining process leads to the formation of trans fats. These are a type of unsaturated fat that can be detrimental to our health, particularly when consumed in high amounts.
Trans fats, along with a high omega-6 to omega-3 fatty acid ratio found in these oils, disrupt our body's metabolic processes. They contribute to inflammation and an imbalance in cytokine production, which are crucial in our body's immune response and healing processes.
Long-term consumption of these fats is linked to various health hazards, including increased risk of heart disease, stroke, and other chronic conditions.
Unlike these refined oils, olive oil, especially extra virgin olive oil, is less processed and contains healthy fats. It has a more balanced omega-6 to omega-3 ratio and doesn't contain trans fats, making it a much better choice for your health.
In the posts below, I will tell you about the history of vegetable oils and explain the mechanisms that make these seed oils extremely harmful.
Did you know that vegetable oils such as soybean, sunflower, and corn oil are commonly utilized in cooking and processed foods? These oils are high in omega-6 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs). While omega-6 fats are necessary for our health, having too much of them, especially from processed vegetable oils, is problematic, to say the least.
When vegetable oils are processed and heated, such as during cooking or manufacturing, it can start a process called lipid peroxidation. This is where the fats in the oils react with oxygen. It's a bit like how iron rusts when it's exposed to air and moisture. In the case of these oils, lipid peroxidation leads to the creation of several byproducts, and one of them is this tricky compound called 4-HNE.
4-HNE is a problem because it's very reactive. It can easily interact with different parts of our cells, like proteins, DNA, and other fats. This can damage these cell parts, causing them to malfunction. Over time, this damage will most likely contribute to various diseases, such as heart disease, certain types of cancer, diabetes, and even brain-related diseases like Alzheimer's.
So, the connection here is that the processing of vegetable oils can lead to increased lipid peroxidation, resulting in higher levels of harmful compounds like 4-HNE in our body. That's why you should avoid vegetable oils at all cost.
The prevalence of vegetable oils in processed foods is staggering due to their cost-effectiveness. But how often do you take a moment to read the small print on the back of a product? Here's a simple rule: whenever you spot "vegetable oil" in the ingredients, RUN FOR YOUR LIFE.
💡 Now, let's delve into the history of why vegetable oils became so prevalent a century ago. Back in 1900, an entirely different story was unfolding across the ocean. The German army was actively seeking a synthetic lubricant for diesel engines used in submarines. In 1902, the German chemist Wilhelm Normann achieved a groundbreaking milestone by successfully solidifying vegetable oils. At the same time, the United States was grappling with a surplus of cotton production, leading to a dilemma on how to utilize the waste streams, especially the seeds. Instead of discarding them, someone had the idea to extract oil from these seeds. However, there was a significant hurdle to overcome – the presence of a toxin called gossypol within the cotton seeds.
🔥 To rid the oil of toxins like gossypol found in cotton seeds, a similar refining process was employed, involving high heat, chemicals, and immense pressure. Yet, this process had its own set of problems. Exposure to high heat during refining made the oil prone to oxidation, leading to the accumulation of free radicals, which harm cells and contribute to illness and aging, as explained in a previous post.
🕰️ Around 1920, this product was transformed into something you might recognize today as 'Crisco,' an abbreviation for Crystalized Cottonseed Oil. But eventually, soybean oil emerged as a cheaper alternative. Remember, in the world of business, profits often take precedence over people's health
It's crucial to be well-informed about the foods we consume, and vegetable oils are no exception. As mentioned in the tweets above, these oils, widely used in processed foods, have been linked to numerous health problems, impacting billions of lives each year.
The vegetable oil industry is massive, with $100 billion at stake. Unfortunately, politicians and policymakers sometimes prioritize economic interests over public health. Rather than dismantling the harmful vegetable oil industry and banning its use in foodstuffs, they asserted that the world needed to lock down for a common cold virus that proved to be much less lethal than claimed, introducing measures that caused more harm than good.
👉 This means that corrupt politicians do not care about our health; they actually want us sick or even dead. So it is up to you to take your health into your own hands. most importantly, by avoiding processed foodstuff of any kind. Contrary to common belief, it is not only healthier but also more cost-effective. Your health is worth more than being lazy and making those richer who want you sick. Resist - avoid vegetable oils!
Credits: Dr. Simon God