In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Cate Shanahan—family physician, biochemist, and bestselling author—to uncover the hidden dangers of modern vegetable oils. Dr. Shanahan explains how eight commonly used seed oils disrupt cellular communication, fuel oxidative stress, and drive chronic disease. This episode unpacks the flawed history behind cholesterol fear, the role of industry influence, and why traditional fats like butter, lard, and tallow are making a comeback.

This conversation will empower you with practical steps to take control of your family's health—starting in your own kitchen.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• What seed oils really do inside your body

• The 8 refined oils driving inflammation and disease

• Why “vegetable oil” on labels is a red flag

• How toxic aldehydes form during processing and cooking

• The flawed history behind cholesterol fear

• Why traditional fats like butter, lard, and tallow matter

• Simple swaps to protect your health starting today

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by nutrition advice, this episode brings clarity—and practical steps you can actually use.

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About Michelle Visser

Hi, so nice to meet you! I’m Michelle, a former processed food junkie turned real-food enthusiast.

My husband and I live on a small New England farm and sugarbush with a lot of gardens. But I’m passionate about helping folks have more real food in their lives, no matter where they live. No farm or garden required.

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If you listen to any of the following shows, we're sure you'll love ours too! Ancestral Kitchen, Pioneering Today with Melissa K Norris, Simple Farmhouse Life with Lisa Bass, Pantry Chat with Homesteading Family, Sue's Healthy Minutes with Sue Becker, Old Fashioned on Purpose with Jill Winger, The Wildly Capable Show with Liz and Joey Haselmayer, ZOE Science & Nutrition, Maintenance Phase