Seed Oil Dangers: Why Raleigh Raw Is Committed to Being Seed Oil Free
Key Takeaways
Seed oils are highly processed, oxidize easily, and fuel chronic inflammation.
Excess omega‑6 intake disrupts metabolic balance and can contribute to long‑term disease.
Raleigh Raw avoids all seed oils and uses anti‑inflammatory, nutrient‑rich fats instead.
Choosing seed‑oil‑free foods supports digestion, nutrient absorption, and overall health.
In One Sentence
Seed oils drive inflammation, oxidation, and poor metabolic health—so Raleigh Raw eliminates them entirely and replaces them with clean, biologically supportive fats.
Seed oils are everywhere—restaurants, packaged snacks, plant‑based options, “healthy” foods, even supposedly clean meal prep companies. But just because they’re common doesn’t mean they’re harmless.
At Raleigh Raw, we’ve chosen a different path: 100% seed‑oil free, always.
Here’s why.
What Are Seed Oils, Really?
Seed oils (often labeled as vegetable oils) come from seeds like:
Soybeans
Corn
Sunflower
Safflower
Canola
They’re cheap, industrially extracted, deodorized, chemically refined, and heated multiple times—leaving behind unstable fats that your body struggles to handle.
The Negative Health Impacts of Seed Oils
1. High Omega‑6 Fatty Acid Load
Seed oils contain extremely high levels of linoleic acid (LA), an omega‑6 fat.
The body needs SOME omega‑6, but today’s processed food environment wildly overexposes us—causing:
Chronic inflammation
Hormone disruption
Increased risk of cardiovascular disease
The ideal omega‑6:omega‑3 ratio should be 1:1, but standard diets push closer to 20:1.
2. Pro‑Inflammatory Response
High LA = high inflammation.
Chronic inflammation is linked to:
Obesity
Arthritis
Heart disease
Autoimmune issues
Metabolic dysfunction
Seed oils don’t just fail to support health—they actively work against it.
3. Oxidative Stress & Free Radicals
Seed oils oxidize easily when exposed to:
Heat
Air
Light
This leads to harmful byproducts that damage DNA, weaken cells, and accelerate aging.
4. Blocked Nutrient Absorption
Seed oils interfere with the absorption of:
Vitamin A
Vitamin D
Vitamin E
Vitamin K
These nutrients are essential for immunity, bone health, skin, and hormonal balance.
5. Trans Fat Contamination
Even when not disclosed, many refined seed oils contain trace amounts of trans fats created during high‑heat processing.
Trans fats are strongly linked to:
Heart disease
Insulin resistance
Systemic inflammation
Why Raleigh Raw Is 100% Seed‑Oil Free
At Raleigh Raw, our commitment is simple:
If it harms long‑term health, it doesn’t belong in our kitchen.
Instead of seed oils, we use:
✔ Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Rich in polyphenols + heart‑healthy monounsaturated fats.
✔ Coconut Oil
Supports metabolism, immunity, and stable energy.
✔ Grass‑Fed Ghee
Full of fat‑soluble vitamins (A, D, E, K) and buttery goodness.
These real, whole‑food fats:
Reduce inflammation
Increase nutrient absorption
Support gut + hormone health
Taste infinitely better
Seed oils are convenient.
We choose to be right—not easy.
Seed Oils vs. Raleigh Raw Oils
Common Seed Oils
- High in omega‑6 (linoleic acid)
- Promote chronic inflammation
- Prone to oxidation & free radical damage
- Can contain trans fats
- Reduce fat‑soluble vitamin absorption
Raleigh Raw’s Oils
- Olive, coconut oil, and ghee
- Anti‑inflammatory fat profiles
- Support energy, hormones & brain health
- Rich in antioxidants & polyphenols
- Enhance nutrient absorption
Bottom Line
Seed oils are cheap, convenient, and everywhere—but they’re not healthy.
By staying seed‑oil free, Raleigh Raw protects your energy, gut, hormones, inflammation levels, and long‑term health. When you choose us, you’re choosing real ingredients that support the way your body is meant to function.
If you want your lifestyle to match your intention, your fuel matters—and we’re here to make that choice easier.