Controversy and Myths Over Lectins – Are Lectins Bad for You?

Lectins are a type of protein found in certain types of plants. There are thousands of kinds of lectins, and some of them are now blamed for digestive problems, obesity, brain fog, and a slew of autoimmune diseases. But many of the plants that contain lectins could be among the healthiest foods in the modern diet. So what’s the truth? Should you eat them or not?

What Is A Low-Oxalate Diet? Who Should Follow It?

It’s no secret that foods like spinach, broccoli and sweet potatoes are brimming with health benefits. But did you know that they’re also high in oxalates?



Oxalates are organic compounds that can accumulate in the kidneys, increasing the risk of painful kidney stones. But while a low-oxalate diet was once the go-to treatment for kidney stones, emerging research now shows that you may not need to cut oxalates out of your diet altogether.

Potassium-magnesium citrate is an effective prophylaxis against recurrent calcium oxalate nephrolithiasis

In other words, take a potassium-magnesium citrate supplement to protect against the development of kidney stones from your dietary oxalates.

Nightshade Vegetables: Good or Bad? Breaking the Nightshade Myth

Rich sources of nutrients or triggers for inflammatory bowel disease? You've likely heard of nightshade vegetables, whether you think they’re good, bad, or something in between.

They’re a hot topic in the wellness world, and the jury is still out on whether people with food sensitivity should eat them in high concentrations or if they're part of a healthy diet.

And while there's not enough scientific evidence to suggest avoiding them altogether, are some nightshades worse than others? What even are nightshade vegetables?