How “Heart-Healthy” Became Harmful: The Hidden Story of Seed Oils with Cherie Calbom

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In today’s episode, I’m joined by Cherie Calbom, widely known as The Juice Lady. Cherie holds a Master’s degree in nutrition and has been a pioneer in whole-food nutrition and the juicing movement for decades. She is the author of 36 books, including the global bestseller Juicing for Life, which has helped millions of people reclaim their health through vibrant, nourishing foods.

Her latest book, The Truth About Seed Oils, explores one of the most controversial and overlooked topics in modern nutrition: 

How industrial seed oils became widely promoted as “heart healthy,” and what that shift may have meant for public health over time.

But this conversation goes far beyond just seed oils.

Together, we explored:

  •  The history and rise of industrial seed oils 
  •  How marketing and dietary guidelines shaped public perception 
  •  The role of industry influence and lobbying in modern food systems 
  •  The contrast between whole, traditional foods and ultra-processed oils 
  •  And the deeper question of how far we’ve drifted from real, nourishing food 

We also found ourselves moving into a more reflective space as we discuss our cultural disconnection from food, the loss of reverence around eating, and what it might look like to return to a more grounded and intentional relationship with nourishment. 

This is a conversation that blends history, nutrition, culture, and deeper reflection on what it means to truly nourish the body.

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This episode is for informational purposes only. Please consult a trusted health practitioner for individual concerns.

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