If you’re unsure what is considered a seed oil — canola, corn, cottonseed, grapeseed, soy, sunflower, safflower and rice all fit the bill. Seed oils are high in omega-6 fatty acids and lower ...

Richard Bazinet, a nutritional sciences professor at the University of Toronto, says new seed oil research is significant because it follows a large group of people over an extended period of time.

Experts discuss why seed oils may not be the healthiest choice and share better alternatives like olive oil, coconut oil, and whole food fats for cooking. Are seed oils really bad for your health?