What Is the Lectin Free Diet?
6. Foods to Avoid
Some of the foods that should be avoided while on the diet are squash, legumes (lentils, beans, peanuts, peas), fruit, grains, nightshade vegetables (tomatoes, peppers, potatoes, eggplant), A1 milk, meat from corn-fed animals, and corn. Those on the diet should only consume products made from white flour instead of whole wheat.
Other forbidden foods include pastry, cereal, agave, honey, sugar, aspartame, maple syrup, edamame, soy sauce, tofu, cheeses, yogurts, and more. For vegetarians or vegans who are following this diet, legumes are permitted only if properly prepared in a pressure cooker.
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