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Just in case there was not enough fear and misinformation about food, the latest restrictive fad sent to cure us of all ills is the lectin-free diet. Lectins, a family of proteins found in many foods, ...

Lectins are a type of protein present in many foods. Some people recommend lectin-free diets. However, there is insufficient evidence to support their benefit or safety. Lectins are a type of protein ...

Is the lectin-free diet a healthy choice for vegetarians and vegans? In 2017, "The Plant Paradox: The Hidden Dangers in 'Healthy' Foods That Cause Disease and Weight Gain" by Dr. Steven Gundry was ...

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 ...

Going lectin-free appears poised for the life cycle of most dietary fads, with a surge in interest followed by an inevitable fall from grace, when it is supplanted by the next new thing. However, ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: A friend of mine continues to speak highly about the health benefits of a diet where people eliminate lectins. She says it helped her lose weight and reduced her arthritis pain. What ...