Do seed oils cause inflammation—or is it harmful hype?

Do seed oils cause inflammation—or is it harmful hype?

apomares / Getty Images Seed oils are low in unhealthy fats, which may be beneficial for heart health.People have used seed oils in cooking for decades to replace foods high in saturated fats like butter or lard. Seeds oils contain healthy fats known as polyunsaturated fatty acids, or PUFAs. Research shows that using seed oils instead of saturated fats can be beneficial for your heart. However, there's some concern that seed oils may cause infla…