E78 - Lectins

Aidan and Leah discuss what lectins are, their presence in various foods, and debunk common myths about lectins' impact on health, from digestion issues to chronic diseases. Special attention is given to understanding the potential benefits and risks associated with high-lectin foods, the truth about lectin-related weight loss claims, and practical strategies for safely incorporating these foods into your diet.  (0:00)- Introduction (0:54) - What Are Lectins and Where Are They Found? (2:58) - Toxicity of Uncooked Lectins in Certain Foods (4:21) - Misconceptions and Debates Around Lectins (11:40) - Is There an Impact on Weight Loss & Reported Benefits (16:07)- Direct Benefits of Lectins to Health (18:06) - Summary   WEBSITE: https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/ PODCAST: https://www.idealnutrition.com.au/podcast/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/idealnutrition__/?hl=en   Our dietitians 👇 Aidan Muir @aidan_the_dietitian Leah Higl @plantstrong_dietitian Tyler Brooks @lift_dietetics Hanah Mills @hanahmills Samantha Staines @nourished.by.sammy Monica Cvoro @fuellingperformance Josh Wernham @josh_does_health