“99% of the population doesn’t get enough omega-3 for optimal health.” -Udo Erasmus
I first learned about Udo Erasmus in 2004, shortly after my colon cancer diagnosis, and I’ve followed his work ever since.
Udo is a pioneer in the health and wellness world and one of the foremost experts on healthy fats and oils. He has been researching this subject for more than 40 years, long before seed oils became a controversial topic.
His journey started in 1980 after he was poisoned by pesticide exposure. When his doctor told him there was nothing she could do to help him, Udo realized he had to take his health into his own hands.
That experience sent him deep into the scientific literature on nutrition, focusing on essential nutrients and fats. What he learned changed the course of his life.
Udo went on to develop a better way to produce healthy oils while protecting them from light, oxygen, and heat. He co-founded Udo’s Choice in 1994 and wrote the bestselling book Fats That Heal, Fats That Kill. His newest book is Your Body Needs an Oil Change.
I’ve wanted to interview Udo for years, and with so much misinformation being spread about seed oils, the timing couldn’t be better.
You’ve probably heard that seed oils are toxic and ruining everyone’s health, that omega-6 fats cause inflammation, and that butter, tallow, and other saturated fats are healthier.
But is that really true?
Udo explains how omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids are essential for health, the best sources, and why the right balance matters. We also cover processed seed oils, olive oil, fish oil, coconut oil, MCT oil, fried foods, and a lot more.
At 84 years old, Udo is sharp, energetic, and still passionate about a subject he’s studied for decades.
If you’re confused about all the conflicting claims about seed oils, fish oil, omega-3s, and healthy fats, you’ll want to hear what Udo has to say.
This was a fascinating conversation and a special one for me personally. Enjoy!
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Watch our interview below, or listen to it on the Chris Beat Cancer podcast on iTunes or Spotify.
Show Notes
-How pesticide poisoning changed Udo’s life [2:51]
-The essential nutrients your body needs [6:55]
-Udo’s surprising take on cholesterol, fiber, and stress [9:58]
-Udo’s journey into fat research [12:38]
-How industrial processing damages oils [13:53]
-Are seed oils really bad for you? [26:25]
-The healthiest fats to eat [29:36]
-Why omega-3 to omega-6 ratio matters [32:55]
-Are EPA and DHA essential? [35:03]
-Udo’s concerns about fish oil supplements [38:01]
-Fish, algae oil, and krill oil for omega-3s [42:51]
-Omega-3s, omega-6s, and brain health [46:13]
-The carb addiction cycle [53:53]
-The worst way to consume oils [57:41]
-Udo’s mostly raw, plant-based diet [1:03:20]
-Udo’s favorite nuts and seeds [1:06:22]
-Udo’s take on olive oil, coconut oil, MCT oil, and keto diets [1:10:06]
-Lithium and brain health [1:16:02]
Connect with Udo:
Website: www.udoerasmus.com
Facebook: Udo Erasmus
Instagram: @udoerasmus
Udo’s Books:
Your Body Needs an Oil Change
Fats That Heal, Fats That Kill
Related interview:
Dr. Matthew Nagra: the truth about plant-based protein, seed oils, paleo diets, the food pyramid, and more
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