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Monocropping practices, which involve planting a single crop year after year, further deplete soil nutrients and necessitate heavy chemical inputs. While alternatives like olive oil also possess environmental challenges, they are often produced from perennials, requiring less land and chemical input.
Health Implications
The health ramifications of seed oils are equally concerning. These oils are rich in omega-6 fatty acids, which, while essential, are often consumed in excessive amounts in the modern diet. The ideal omega-6 to omega-3 ratio should be around 2:1, but reports suggest many Americans have a staggering ratio of 10:1 or even 20:1.