The lectin-free diet may help some people shed excess weight, although this is often attributed to the reduced intake of processed foods and refined carbohydrates rather than lectins themselves.

Nightshade vegetable such as tomatoes contain lectin. A FEW years ago it was all about eating a high-fat diet for weight loss. More recently it was erasing all things gluten.

Other lectin grains to avoid: corn, quinoa (pseudo-grain). Sprouting does not help or remove lectins from legumes. But pressure-cooking (and fermenting) grains does help.

“The lectin-free diet takes out high lectin foods like grains, quinoa, legumes, and nightshade vegetables like tomatoes, peppers, and eggplant,” says registered dietitian Amy Goodson.

Lectin Shield neutralizes harmful lectins in the body, promoting better digestion. This supplement supports a healthy gut microbiome, which is crucial for optimal digestion and overall well-being.

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