Inadequate preparation of lectin-containing foods, especially beans, poses a public health risk, said the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) in a recent opinion report. The information follows ...

In a recent study posted to the bioRxiv* preprint server, scientists demonstrated that the pineapple-derived jacalin-related lectin (AcmJRL/AnLec) could be an anti-severe acute respiratory syndrome ...

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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 ...

Almonds have been a kitchen staple for centuries, a trusted source of nourishment, flavor, and tradition. But if you’re eating them raw, straight from the bag, you might be getting more than just ...

Blogger, Chellie Beck, joins us with a break down of foods that could be upsetting your gut, and how a lectin-free diet helped her lose over 100 pounds and transformed her life.