In theory, these undigested proteins can lead to issues such as nausea, vomiting, upset stomach and diarrhea. Some books and social media posts have also linked lectins to chronic inflammation and ...

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Inadequate preparation of lectin-containing foods, especially beans, poses a public health risk, said the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) in a recent opinion report. The information follows ...

Common foods, like soybeans and wheat, are high in lectins. But how you cook them may reduce the lectins you consume. Lectins are a type of protein found in all forms of life, including the food you ...

Lectin-rich foods like legumes and grains are almost always cooked before eating. Most of these are high in vitamins, minerals, fiber, antioxidants, and more. The benefits of these healthy nutrients ...

A lectin, also known as the “antinutrient” is a type of protein that binds to certain carbohydrates. Just about every organism in the world, from plants to animals to microbes, contains lectins. There ...

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I’ve read that it’s not healthy to eat beans and lentils because they’re high in lectins. Is this true? What are lectins? Forget about wheat or gluten. There’s a new dietary evil we’re being told to ...

Lectins are a type of protein present in many foods. Some people recommend lectin-free diets. However, there is insufficient evidence to support their benefit or safety. Lectins are a type of protein ...

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