Scientists warn that cooking with vegetable oils may be more harmful than cooking with other more traditional fats

The video discusses the health implications of using different cooking oils, particularly when heated. It highlights research showing that heated vegetable oils can release toxic chemicals linked to cancer and other diseases. Chefs balance health and taste by using a mix of oils and traditional fats. Despite past advice favoring polyunsaturated fats, there is a shift back to traditional fats like lard and butter. Public Health England emphasizes calorie consumption over fat intake as a primary health concern.

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