We’re here to clarify the situation.
With all the recent discussions about seed oils, we’ve received many questions! Especially considering the conversations happening on TikTok, YouTube, podcasts, and other social media platforms.
Are seed oils as harmful and toxic as they are often portrayed? The answer is yes, but only if you're referring to conventional seed oils.
You may have come across the term "hateful eight," which refers to the following oils:
- Canola oil (rapeseed oil)
- Corn oil
- Cottonseed oil
- Grapeseed oil
- Soybean oil
- Sunflower oil
- Safflower oil
- Rice bran oil
- Peanut oil
While some of these oils could be high in vitamin E and phenols, the refining process often diminishes these benefits. Conventional seed oils are ultra-processed, highly unstable, full of additives, and primarily derived from genetically modified plants. They undergo repeated heating and, in some cases, are even bleached and deodorized.
These oils oxidize when exposed to heat, light, and chemicals, producing harmful substances like trans fats and lipid peroxides. It is well known that trans fats contribute significantly to heart disease and type 2 diabetes. Lipid peroxides are toxic byproducts that can damage DNA, accelerate aging, and lead to the development of chronic diseases.
Synthetic additives are frequently used to prevent oxidation and rancidity, which can contribute to food allergies. Most seed oils are derived from genetically modified crops, and a substantial amount of GMO crops are dedicated to their production. Furthermore, the heat used to produce conventional seed oils and the repeated heating during cooking and frying (for example, reusing fryer oil in restaurants) depletes antioxidants and introduces free radicals. This causes oxidative stress and can lead to high blood pressure, heart disease, intestinal issues, and liver damage.
In contrast, Andreas Seed Oils are entirely different and cannot be compared to the dangerous conventional seed oils that many are warning about.
Here’s what sets us apart:
We start with the highest quality USDA organic seeds, which are truly cold-pressed using our patented method that prevents oxidation. This process does not involve grinding, metal, dilution, or additives, resulting in 100% raw and unaltered superfood oil. After pressing, we immediately fill our oils into special Miron glass bottles. This unique glass filters sunlight perfectly and protects the energy stored within the product, prolonging its natural quality and ensuring a longer shelf life.
Fun fact: Violet glass was used by early Egyptians to preserve and protect their most valuable herbs and spices. Until the early 20th century, pharmacists also used violet glass to store their remedies.
Now, what about omega-6 fatty acids?
Some research links diets high in omega-6s to weight gain, diabetes, heart disease, and depression. This is true if those omega-6s come from the wrong sources. Omega-6 fatty acids are essential for a healthy heart, healthy cell function, and possess anti-inflammatory properties. Since our bodies cannot produce omega-6s, we must obtain them from our diet. However, many people consume excessive amounts from ultra-processed foods alongside saturated and trans fats.
To effectively convert omega-6s into their anti-inflammatory forms, our bodies need sufficient nutrients such as magnesium and zinc, as well as vitamins C, B3, and B6.
In a Nutshell
So yes, conventional oils are associated with chronic diseases. They are highly processed and refined, oxidized, and often filled with chemicals and pesticides. While processing can enhance taste, color, and shelf life, it also removes beneficial vitamins and antioxidants. Omega-6 fatty acids can be beneficial but can become potentially toxic when refined and added to processed foods. It's not the seeds or oils themselves that are harmful, but rather how they are processed.
Andreas Seed Oils are raw, unoxidized, and unrefined, retaining all their original healthy nutrients and antioxidants. These oils promote gut health, regulate inflammation, and support metabolic changes.
It’s quite simple: We take high-quality USDA organic seeds and extract their goodness into premium Miron glass bottles. That’s all there is to it.
Thank you for being a part of our Andreas Seed Oils Family! - Without you, we wouldn’t be us.
And as always... be well!
Andreas Wecker and the Seed Oils Team