Confused by the cooking oil aisle? You aren't alone. From the smoke point of your sauté pan to the hidden impact on your inflammation, not all fats are created equal. In this episode of the Plant-Based Diet podcast, learn how to make healthier oil choices for your daily cooking and baking needs, and exactly which processed oils you should consider ditching for wellness.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

·       What is Functional Medicine? [3:45]
·       Cooking Oils to Avoid [5:25]
·       Which Oil is Best for Cooking? [7:00]
·       Smoke Points of Oils and Why They Matter [8:40]
·       Best Oils for Dressings [9:45]
·       Best Oils for Baking [12:20]
·       Cooking as a Creative Outlet [13:45]

Guest link: www.dralicianewsome.com

Referenced in the episode:
·      Healthy Cooking Smoke Point Guide
·      Balancing Female Hormones in Perimenopause and Beyond with Dr. Kumar, Plant-Based Diet, Episode 58

CREDITS:
Executive Producer and Host: Esther Garfin
Sound Recording and Editing: Will Crann

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Keywords: Plant-Based Diet, Healthy Recipes, Weight Loss, Meatless Monday, WFPB, Heart Health, Vegan, Protein, Plant-based on a budget, Meal Prep, Veganuary, Hormone Balance, Plant Based, Grow Health Podcast, Health and Wellness Podcasting,