3207: Should You Avoid Lectins? by Danielle Omar of Food Confidence on Understanding Lectins

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3207: Danielle Omar breaks down the truth about lectins, controversial plant compounds often blamed for digestive issues, and explains why avoiding them entirely may do more harm than good. With practical tips for reducing lectins through cooking methods and a call to personalize your diet based on tolerance, this article helps you navigate trendy food fears with science and common sense. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://foodconfidence.com/2019/03/19/should-you-avoid-lectins/ Quotes to ponder: "Lectins are sometimes referred to as 'anti-nutrients' because they can block absorption of other nutrients during digestion." "The amount of lectins found in the normal food supply is too low to be a real health concern for everyone." "If you have digestive issues and know that you are particularity sensitive to b...