Why I Avoid Seed Oils (and How to Start)
After years of cooking with canola and vegetable oil, I stopped. Here is what actually changed, why the science convinced me, and a simple 4-step plan to ditch them yourself.
Alex Anderson
Best Non-Toxic Cookware in 2026: What I Actually Use and Why
You upgraded your oils. Now upgrade your cookware. Here’s the truth about PFAS, Teflon, and aluminum, plus the specific pans I use daily and why they actually matter.
How to Avoid Seed Oils When Eating Out (Practical Guide)
Real strategies for dodging seed oils at restaurants without being that person. Chain restaurant breakdown, smart ordering tips, and when to just let it go.
Is There Actually a Healthy Vegetable Oil? (Honest Answer)
Is There Actually a Healthy Vegetable Oil? (Honest Answer) The term “vegetable oil” covers everything from olive oil to soybean oil. Here’s how to tell the difference between the ones worth buying and the ones you should leave on the shelf. March 2026 • 9 min read In This Article The Naming Problem Every “Vegetable … Read more
The Healthiest Oils for Frying (and Which Ones to Skip)
Stop guessing about cooking oils. Here’s exactly which oils handle heat, why smoke point is a trap, and what science says about reusable frying fats.
Seed Oils to Avoid: Complete List With Alternatives
The complete list of seed oils to avoid with research-backed reasons. Plus what to use instead.
Heart Healthy Cooking Oils: What the Research Actually Says
Honest look at which cooking oils are actually good for your heart, what the 2026 research says, and what I use in my own kitchen. No agenda, just data.
Tallow vs Lard: Which Fat Is Actually Better for Cooking?
Tallow vs Lard: Which Fat Is Actually Better for Cooking? Two animal fats, two very different personalities. Here’s what matters and what doesn’t. By Better Living Every Day · Updated March 2026 · 12 min read In This Article: The Short Version What Are Tallow and Lard, Exactly? Head to Head Comparison What to Cook … Read more
Best Seed Oil Free Cooking Oils & Fats in 2026: What I Actually Use
In This Article: Intro Quick Picks Smoke Points What Oil for What? My Picks My Kitchen Setup Buyer’s Guide FAQ My parents always had canola oil sitting next to the stove. Naturally, that’s what I grabbed when I started cooking for myself. In my twenties I “upgraded” to a $4 jug of vegetable oil from … Read more
Best Seed Oil Free Snacks in 2026: Chips, Bars, Jerky, and More
Tested roundup of the best seed oil free snacks including chips, tortilla chips, protein bars, popcorn, jerky, pork rinds, and chocolate. Every label checked.