What Is the Lectin Free Diet?
8. Evidence against the Lectin-Free Diet
Currently, there is very little to no literature that proves that the lectin-free diet can help resolve autoimmune diseases or medical conditions. However, our diet can play an important role in our health especially if there is a chronic condition. If the symptoms tend to be triggered by foods, consider discussing these issues with a registered dietitian who can offer modifications and suggestions that may help ease the symptoms.
A dietitian that specializes in gastrointestinal issues may recommend a short-term elimination diet. While there is some research that indicates lectins can lead to negative health effects, the amount required to produce the negative effects would be much higher than a typical diet. Additionally, most lectin-free foods are recommended as part of a healthy diet.
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