In this episode, Ashley and Kyle Mamounis delve into polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs), exploring their impact on metabolism, health, and dietary recommendations. They discuss the differences between omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, the historical context of dietary fat research, and the controversies surrounding the health benefits of fish oil and other PUFA sources. ___________________________________________________ Follow Kyle: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCHap8dFxGIbE8adFlYNfkbw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geniusbits/ ___________________________________________________ Subscribe To The Rooted In Resilience Podcast: ⭐ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCSpofOL75STGMvUUlD5em7g ⭐ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3NTIxm2iqgIdnqI2j2FICr?si=477cfb0440fe40ce ⭐ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rooted-in-resilience/id1663060063 ___________________________________________________ Keep Up With Us! 🖥️ Website: https://www.armstrongsisters.com/ 🗞️ Newsletter: https://www.armstrongsisters.com/newsletter-signup 👩🏼‍🌾 Our Farm CoOp, Nourish: https://nourishcooperative.com/ {The highest quality food you can find, delivered directly to your door. Low PUFA chicken and pork, 100% grass-fed beef and lamb, traditional sourdough, raw dog food, & more} 🥚Waitlist for our eggs: https://angel-acresfarm.com/pages/waitlist-for-eggs {Low PUFA, corn & soy free, pasture-raised eggs, delivered directly to your door} ___________________________________________________ Follow Us On Social Media ➡️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strong.sistas/ ➡️ X: https://twitter.com/strong_sistas ➡️TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@strong.sistas?_t=8oW270Feyz5&_r=1 ➡️ LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/strong-sisters-103331317/ ➡️FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100083808037077 ➡️ THREADS: https://www.threads.net/@strong.sistas?invite=2 ___________________________________________________ Time Stamps: 00:00 Introduction to PUFAs and Their Importance 02:55 Understanding Fatty Acids: Types and Sources 05:55 The Research Landscape: PUFAs vs. Saturated Fats 08:50 The Controversy of Omega-3s and Their Benefits 11:52 The Role of PUFAs in Modern Diets 15:13 The Impact of PUFAs on Metabolism and Health 18:07 Debunking Myths: Cholesterol and Heart Disease 20:52 The Evolution of Dietary Recommendations 23:48 Navigating the Fatty Acid Debate 46:18 The Omega-3 & Omega-6 Balance 49:00 Understanding PUFA and Vitamin E 54:14 The Impact of PUFA on Health 01:01:47 Oxidation and Its Implications for Fatty Acids 01:10:42 Dietary Recommendations for Fat Consumption 01:19:56 The Role of PUFAs in Insulin Sensitivity 01:27:09 Choosing the Right Meats for Health