Seed Oils, Omega Fatty Acids & Body Composition with Jessica Berman

Jessica Berman, the Chief Marketing Officer of BodyBio, delves into the fascinating world of seed oils, omega-6s, omega-3s, and their impact on our bodies' composition and overall health. In this episode, Jessica and Dr. Stephanie journey through the scientific landscape, dissecting terms like linoleic acid and ALA, and debunking myths surrounding the vilification of seed oils. Moving beyond the surface, they also explore the role of butyrate, its activation of GLP-1 agonists, and its profound implications for weight loss and body composition. Jessica sheds light on how the fatty acid needs of women evolve during pivotal life stages like perimenopause, pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding. Episode Overview: 0:00 Intro/Teaser 2:28 Butyrate and GLP-1 Agonists 3:21 Brain Health and Perimenopause 10:03 Essential Fatty Acids Pathway 10:51 Nuanced Conversation on Seed Oils 13:05 Scientific Illiteracy on Social Media 15:21 Evening Primrose Oil Benefits 17:04 Omega-3 Precursor ALA 17:48 Importance of EPA and DHA 19:03 The Balance of Essential Fatty Acids 20:01 Caviar as a Source of EPA and DHA 21:04 Phospholipid Form of Fish Oil 23:01 Liposomal Delivery and Absorption 24:31 Omega Fatty Acids and Health 27:55 Women's Health in Perimenopause 31:07 Changes in Linoleic Acid Concentration 32:38 Importance of Phosphatidylcholine in Detoxification 34:21 Detoxing from Mold Exposure 36:53 Clearing Mold Toxins with Essential Fatty Acids 37:56 Impact of Essential Fatty Acids on Behavior 39:34 Benefits of Essential Fatty Acids for Kids 42:02 Therapeutic Dosing of Essential Nutrients 46:54 Resistant Starches and Butyrate Production 48:11 Butyrate in Colon Health and Immune Function 51:47 Butyrate for GI Health and Inflammation 54:16 Using Essential Fatty Acids for Long COVID 58:23 Therapeutic Dosage for Mold Recovery 1:01:52 Where to Find BodyBio Products Bio: As the CMO of BodyBio, Jess leads all internal and external efforts in building the BodyBio brand and footprint across all social channels and expanding distribution both in the U.S. and internationally with the company’s trusted partners. In the last few years alone, Jess and her team have successfully managed consumer-driven marketing campaigns that have collectively generated over 55MM digital impressions across all social channels in the last 24 months. Jess has also been instrumental in securing partnerships with leading medical doctors and functional medicine specialists all of whom have endorsed BodyBio recommending its line of products to their patient network. Resources mentioned: BodyBio - https://bodybio.com/BETTER Dietary linoleic acid and risk of coronary heart disease: a systematic review and meta-analysis of prospective cohort studies - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25161045/ Jennifer Fisher Kitchen - https://www.instagram.com/jenniferfisherkitchen/ A banana a day could keep cancer at bay - https://www.leeds.ac.uk/news-health/news/article/5128/a-banana-a-day-could-keep-cancer-at-bay We are grateful to our sponsors: SUNLIGHTEN I am incredibly bullish on sauna as a therapy for recovery, heart health, and overall aging well. It's crucial for hormonal balance and achieving a state of well-being necessary for a strong physique and a strong mind. Visit https://www.sunlighten.com/BETTER/?utm_source=DrStephanieEstima&utm_medium=Partner&leadsource=DrStephanieEstima&utm_campaign=DrStephanieEstima and use code BETTER to get a discount. BODYBIO BodyBio PC is a liposomal phospholipid complex designed to nourish your cells for healthy aging, optimal brain function, gut health, a better metabolism, and more. Prioritizing your cellular health is absolutely foundational for your well-being as you age. You can get started and save 15% off your first order with code BETTER at checkout at https://bodybio.com/BETTER ONESKIN It’s time for a radical shift in skin care. This year I am doubling down on skin health and OneSkin is one of the ways I am getting my 40-year-old skin to behave like 20-year-old skin. Visit https://www.oneskin.co/?utm_source=partner&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=BETTER and use the code BETTER at checkout to save 15%. **************************** P.S. When you're ready, here are two ways Dr. Stephanie can help you: Subscribe: The Mini Pause — My weekly newsletter packed with the most actionable, evidence-based tools for women 40+ to thrive in midlife. Build Muscle: LIFT — My progressive strength training program designed for women in midlife. Form-focused, joint-friendly, and built for real results. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.