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Gastroenterology Research

Need for more human research into dietary lectins and their microbiome interactions to avoid unsubstantiated advice.

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Jan 27, 2026
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How do cooking, soaking, and fermentation alter lectin activity and clinical outcomes for gut inflammation?

Traditional food preparations — cooking, soaking/sprouting, and fermentation — substantially reduce , often by large percentages, making these foods safe and even beneficial for gut health when proper...

Jan 10, 2026
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How do mainstream nutrition experts view lectin avoidance diets (2017–2025)?

Mainstream nutrition experts from major institutions have been broadly skeptical of lectin-avoidance diets between 2017 and 2025, arguing there is little human evidence that routine avoidance improves...