Ben Bikman
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Seed Oils vs Carbs: What Really Drives Insulin Resistance with Dr. Ben Bikman
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October 21, 2024
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Dr. Ben Bikman responds to a question regarding whether insulin resistance is caused by the inflammatory effects of seed oils, a viewpoint recently expressed by Dr. Kate Shanahan.
While Dr. Bikman expresses respect for Dr. Shanahan’s work in highlighting the harm of polyunsaturated fats, especially linoleic acid, he challenged the idea that seed oils are solely responsible for insulin resistance.
Ben points out a paradox within the argument: some claim seed oils cause insulin resistance, while others argue that they promote fat accumulation because they don’t make fat cells insulin resistant. Dr. Bikman referred to studies, including a rodent study by Lee et al. (2006), which found that polyunsaturated fats were less likely to cause insulin resistance compared to saturated fats when directly infused into the body. Ben emphasizes that while seed oils are harmful and should be avoided, there is no strong evidence to suggest they directly cause insulin resistance in humans. Instead, he points to hyperinsulinemia, often driven by excessive carbohydrate intake, as the primary driver of insulin resistance.
Avoiding refined starches and sugars tends to naturally reduce seed oil consumption, as seed oils are commonly found in processed foods.
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