844. A recent study claimed to identify a mechanism by which soybean oil drives obesity (and coconut oil does not). But the interactions between diet and biology are rarely as black-and-white as the headlines suggest. References: P2-HNF4α Alters Linoleic Acid Metabolism and Mitigates Soybean Oil-Induced Obesity: Role for Oxylipins - Journal of Lipid Research Related episodes: 497 - Pros and cons of the ketogenic diet 201 - What are MCTs? 692 - How does coconut oil affect cholesterol? 763 - What's the problem with seed oils? 124 - Which oils are best for cooking? 528 - Is extra-virgin olive oil good for high-heat cooking? Find a transcript here. New to Nutrition Diva? Send an email to nutrition@quickanddirtytips.com.