Foods High in Lectins

Foods High in Lectins

WHAT ARE LECTINS?

They are a plant's defense system. Lectins are potentially toxic plant proteins which can stick to your cells and cause microscopic tears in your gut lining.

There are several categories of foods that are especially high in lectins

NIGHTSHADES

Tomatoes Peppers Potatoes Eggplant Goji berries

cucurbits

Cucumbers Zucchini Pumpkin Squash

beans/legumes

Chickpeas Peas Lentils Soy All Beans

Some grains

Wheat and Rye Oats Corn Rice Quinoa Buckwheat

Some nuts

Almonds with skins (blanched are ok) Peanuts Cashews

There are four methods to reduce lectin content in high-lectin foods:

1. Removing peels and seeds

2. Soaking

3. Pressure cooking

4. Fermentation

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