Diane’s Myth on Nostr: Thank you Dr. Berry, for helping us break through the unhealthy status quo… and ...
Thank you Dr. Berry, for helping us break through the unhealthy status quo… and what we’ve been taught by big food and big pharma, etc.
quoting note176f…r5wa7 reasons to choose Meat over Lentils
Lentils are full of...
1. Phytates (Phytic Acid)
Impact: Binds to minerals such as iron, zinc, calcium, magnesium, and manganese, forming insoluble complexes that are not easily absorbed by the body.
Prevalence: Common in legumes, grains, and seeds.
2. Lectins
Impact: Bind to the intestinal lining, potentially interfering with nutrient absorption and damaging the gut barrier if consumed in large amounts or improperly prepared.
Prevalence: Found in all legumes.
3. Tannins
Impact: Inhibit the absorption of iron by forming insoluble complexes.
Prevalence: Found in varying amounts depending on the type of lentil.
4. Oxalates
Impact: Bind to calcium, forming calcium oxalate, which reduces calcium absorption and may contribute to kidney stone formation in susceptible individuals.
Prevalence: Found in smaller amounts compared to other anti-nutrients.
5. Saponins
Impact: May interfere with the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins by disrupting lipid micelle formation in the intestine.
Prevalence: Present in legumes, including lentils.
6. Protease Inhibitors
Impact: Inhibit digestive enzymes like trypsin and chymotrypsin, which can reduce protein digestion and nutrient absorption.
Prevalence: Common in legumes.
7. Soluble Fiber
Impact: While beneficial for gut health, excessive soluble fiber can trap minerals like zinc and iron, reducing their bioavailability.
Prevalence: Found naturally in lentils.
8. Phenolic Compounds (Polyphenols)
Impact: Can chelate minerals such as iron and zinc, reducing their absorption.
Prevalence: Present in lentils, especially in the seed coat.