Sunflower oil is not all the same. Traditional high-linoleic varieties are rich in fragile Omega-6 fats, while high-oleic varieties are more stable. Cold-pressed, high-oleic sunflower oil retains more natural nutrients and resists oxidation better than refined versions. Although it is one of the better seed oils, naturally stable fats like olive oil, avocado oil, butter, ghee, and tallow remain the preferred choice.

Many industrial seed oils—including corn, soybean, canola, peanut, grapeseed, cottonseed, and sunflower oil—and margarine are high in omega-6 fats, especially linoleic acid. These oils are widely used in processed and restaurant foods. At Comfort Keto, we avoid seed oils and margarine, choosing avocado, olive, and coconut oils, plus grass-fed butter and organic lard for cooking, baking, frying, and dressings.

Açaí berries— pronounced “ah-sigh-EE”— are slightly tart grape-like fruits that come from açaí palm trees from rainforests of South...