Seed oils have recently come under heavy scrutiny but consuming them in moderation does not present a major health risk, according to Northeastern University experts.

“There are fractions of populations who consume a lot of oil just from a single source and that’s the concern,” says Jing-Ke Weng, a professor of chemistry, chemical biology and bioengineering at Northeastern University.

Weng recommends consuming a variety of oils, eating different types of foods in moderation and avoiding highly processed foods.

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