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Summary of Transcript:
In this video, the speaker discusses the difference between the adverse effects of consuming sugar versus omega-6 seed oils, such as soy oil, canola oil, and sunflower oil. The speaker explains that while both can harm the body, seed oils accumulate in tissues for a more extended period, deplete the body of certain nutrients, and are often found in many condiments and restaurant foods. On the other hand, sugar can be burned off through exercise and can be counteracted by consuming fruit that contains protective phytonutrients. The speaker encourages viewers to be mindful of the types of foods they consume and to focus on eating whole, unprocessed foods.
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Summary of Description:
The video discusses which is worse for health, sugar or seed oils containing omega-6 fatty acids. The average ratio of omega-3 to omega-6 fatty acids consumed is 15:1, which can cause health problems, especially in cell membranes. Omega-6 fatty acids are worse for health because they accumulate in tissues for up to 600 days and cannot be burned off like sugar. Refined sugar is converted to fat, but extra sugar doesn’t enter the body as omega-6 fatty acids do. Additionally, seed oils are a highly refined part of a seed that doesn’t have any protective factors. Sugar and refined oils can deplete essential nutrients. While certain whole foods have sugar, they provide essential nutrients and phytonutrients. Consequently, in the video, the presenter concludes that omega-6 fatty acids are worse for health than sugar.
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Sugar vs. Seed Oils: Which is Worse for Your Health?
Regarding our health, we always try to find the right balance with what we consume. This article will discuss the debate between sugar and seed oils packed with omega-6 fatty acids. Dr. Eric Berg, a chiropractor specializing in Healthy Ketosis & Intermittent Fasting, will help us better understand this debate.
Seed Oils: The Culprit
Seed oils, such as soy, corn, canola, cottonseed, safflower, and sunflower, are ubiquitous in our diets. The ideal ratio between omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids is 1:1, but unfortunately, the average percentage most people consume today is 15:1.
Omega-6 fatty acids are not water-soluble like sugar, accumulating in your tissues for 600 days. This accumulation can lead to various health problems, especially in cell membranes, as they can block the proper absorption of nutrients. Seed oils are a highly refined, over-processed part of seed with no protective factors. When producing seed oils, a solvent called hexane is used to extract the oil from the source, but it is unclear whether some of the solvents can end up in the oil.
Sugar: The Lesser Evil
Refined sugar also negatively impacts our health but does not accumulate in the body as omega-6 fatty acids do. Sugar is converted to fat but not lodged into our cells like omega-6 fatty acids. However, refined sugars can lead to depleted nutrients.
Though they have sugar, whole foods such as fruit also have vitamins and phytonutrients that replenish what was lost and provide protection. Seed oils lack the nutrients that balance out their unhealthy properties.
Grass-Fed Beef Over Grain-Fed Beef
Though it might seem unrelated, eating grass-fed beef versus grain-fed beef is significant in the context of omega-6 fatty acids. Grain-fed beef has been fed grains that contribute to a higher volume of omega-6 fatty acids in their meat, while grass-fed beef is naturally leaner and has a healthier balance of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids. Be sure to pay attention to the label when deciding to purchase beef.
Conclusion
While sugar is terrible for your health, omega-6 fatty acids are worse. Pay attention to the food you consume, especially the number of seed oils you consume. Balancing your diet with whole foods, fruits and vegetables, and specific healthy fats containing omega-3 fatty acids, such as fish or flaxseed, can improve your omega ratio and overall health.
Disclaimer
Dr. Eric Berg reminds us that this article is only for general information purposes and should not be used to self-diagnose. It is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship; it is essential to consult a qualified health provider before making any diet or health changes.
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What is worse for your health: sugar or omega-6 fatty acids? Find out.
Videos on Sugar:
▶️ https://youtu.be/touPC69jMsg
▶️ https://youtu.be/cPyFIvCvh8U
▶️ https://youtu.be/rczpsqO40mE
Omega 3:6 Ratio:
▶️ https://youtu.be/CN5ekrfC4wY
Grass Fed vs. Grass Finished Beef Video:
▶️ https://youtu.be/fSgmqsl3Twk
▶️ https://youtu.be/70SUKkUaMo4
0:00 Introduction: Sugar vs. omega-6 fatty acids
9:44 Which is worse: sugar or omega-6 fatty acids
9:54 Omega-3, omega-6 ratios
14:23 The effects of omega-6 on DNA
15:58 Learn more about grain-fed beef vs. grass-fed beef
Today we will discuss which is worse: sugar or seed oils packed with omega-6 fatty acids.
Common seed oils are:
• Soy oil
• Corn oil
• Canola oil
• Cottonseed oil
• Safflower oil
• Sunflower oil
On average, we consume way too many foods high in omega-6 fats. Ideally, a person should consume a 1:1 ratio of omega-3 fatty acids to omega-6 fatty acids.
However, the average ratio is 15:1. This imbalance can lead to various health problems, especially in the cell membranes.
Refined sugar also leads to health issues and is converted to fat, but the extra sugar doesn’t accumulate in the body as omega-6 fatty acids do.
Omega-6 fatty acids (seed oils) lodge into your cells and accumulate in your tissues for 600 days. They are not water-soluble like sugar is and can’t be burned off like sugar can.
While certain whole foods, like fruit, have sugar, they also have nutrients and phytonutrients to help replenish what was lost and provide protection. Both refined oils and refined sugar can deplete essential nutrients. But seed oils are a highly advanced, over-processed part of a seed that doesn’t have any protective factors.
To make seed oils, they also use a solvent called hexane to extract the oil from the seed—is it possible some of this solvent could end up in the oil?
While sugar isn’t good for you, omega-6 fatty acids are worse for your health than sugar.
Dr. Eric Berg DC Bio:
Dr. Berg, age 57, is a chiropractor specializing in Healthy Ketosis & Intermittent Fasting. He is the author of the best-selling book The Healthy Keto Plan and Dr. Berg Nutritionals’s Director. He no longer practices but focuses on health education through social media.
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Dr. Eric Berg received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College in 1988. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” about himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Berg is a licensed chiropractor in Virginia, California, and Louisiana. Still, he no longer practices chiropractic in any state. He does not see patients, so he can focus on educating people as a full-time activity, yet he maintains an active license. This video is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose nor a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Berg and you. It would be best not to change your health regimen or diet before consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions regarding a medical condition.
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