12 Nov Goodbye Seed Oils
The Conversation Around Seed Oils
Over the past year, conversations about seed oils have started showing up everywhere. You’ve probably seen them mentioned on wellness pages, TikTok videos, and podcasts, or maybe a friend has brought them up while trying to make healthier choices. Ingredients like canola, sunflower, safflower, and soybean oil are being discussed more than ever before, and it’s sparked a wave of curiosity about whether these oils really belong in our everyday foods.
At The Better Bar, we always keep an ear out for what matters to our community. You care deeply about the quality of what you put into your body, and we take that seriously. While the research on seed oils is ongoing and there isn’t definitive scientific proof that they’re harmful, the way people are starting to think about them says a lot about where the food world is heading. It’s clear that consumers want transparency, simplicity, and ingredients that feel close to the source.
Why the Concern?
So why are seed oils suddenly a topic of conversation? For starters, it’s not necessarily about one single nutrient or chemical. It’s about how these oils are made and how often they show up in processed foods. Most seed oils are extracted through industrial methods that use high heat and chemical solvents. This process can strip away natural nutrients and alter the oil’s structure, sometimes leading to oxidation, which is a form of degradation that can impact both flavor and quality.
Another consideration is the fatty acid balance. Seed oils tend to be rich in omega-6 fatty acids. These fats are essential, meaning our bodies need them, but they work best when balanced with omega-3s, which are found in foods like flax, chia, and pumpkin seeds. The modern diet often contains far more omega-6s than omega-3s, and that imbalance has been linked to inflammation and other health concerns when it persists over time.
There’s a growing desire for recognizable, straightforward ingredients. More people are reading labels and asking questions about what’s in their food. When you see something like “canola oil” or “soybean oil,” it can feel vague or overly processed, especially compared to whole ingredients like nuts, seeds, and fruits. Transparency matters to us too, and we want our ingredient lists to reflect that same honesty.
Listening to Our Community
From the very beginning, The Better Bar was built around a simple idea: make food that feels good to eat because it’s made with care. Our goal has never been to chase trends but to evolve alongside our community. When we noticed more of you asking about seed oils, we took the time to research, test, and see what it would look like to remove them from our recipes.
We discovered that we could make bars that taste just as good without them. By using ingredients that come from natural, less-processed sources of fat, we can create the same soft, chewy texture our customers love while keeping our ingredient lists even cleaner and even more intentional.
Our Promise
We’re not here to stir up fear or say that seed oils are evil. Food science is complex, and no single ingredient can make or break a healthy diet. But we do believe that every small improvement adds up, and choosing ingredients that are less refined and closer to their natural form is a step in the right direction.
Our promise is to stay transparent, responsive, and thoughtful about every ingredient that goes into The Better Bar. We will continue to evolve our recipes when we find opportunities to make them cleaner, more sustainable, or more aligned with your wellness goals. The Better Bar name isn’t just a brand, it’s a commitment to keep striving for better.
Moving Forward Together
The conversation around seed oils is just one example of how food culture is changing. More people are asking questions, paying attention, and making conscious choices. We see that as something to celebrate. Progress doesn’t always come from fear or debate, it often comes from curiosity and care.
As we move forward, we want you to know that we’re listening. Removing seed oils is one of the many ways we’re staying true to what The Better Bar stands for: simple, wholesome ingredients that nourish your body and support your values.
Here’s to better food, better conversations, and better choices. One ingredient at a time.
