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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 ...

One more thing to nix from your diet? Maybe. Or not. Lectins – are they the new dietary evils or victims of the latest dietary trend? First, let’s back up a minute and explain what they are. Lectins ...

Move over, gluten. There’s a new something that could be the cause of all of your wellness woes: Lectins. That’s prompted a lot of people to cut out foods high in lectins from their diet (including ...

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If nutrients are good, anti-nutrients must be bad, right? Not so fast. As with many things, the answer is “yes and no,” and the reasons might surprise you. Anti-nutrients are naturally occurring ...