04/30/2026
Seed oils are a hot topic right now.
These oils (like soybean, corn, and canola) are extracted from seeds and used heavily in packaged and restaurant foods. They’re popular because they’re inexpensive and versatile, but that doesn’t mean they’re uncontroversial.
From a Paleo perspective, the concern isn’t just the oils themselves. It’s how they’re MADE and how MUCH we consume. Seed oils are typically highly processed using heat and refining methods, and they’re rich in omega-6 fatty acids. While omega-6 fats aren’t inherently “bad,” most modern diets contain them in excess, throwing off the balance with omega-3s that our bodies rely on (see our last reel for a deeper explanation of this Omega ratio).
These oils also show up in ultra-processed foods, making it easy to consume far more than intended.
In Paleo, we prioritize fats that are closer to their natural state, like olive oil, avocado oil, coconut oil, and fats from whole foods.
Because when you zoom out, it’s not about one ingredient, but more about the overall pattern of how we eat daily 🌱