something we have since mastered. Yet these commonly occurring compounds largely remain a mystery. And while you may not be flying every day, it’s guaranteed that you are eating foods containing lectin on a daily basis.
they are not the same thing. Lactose intolerance involves a lack of enzymes that prevents the proper breakdown of the milk sugar lactose, and may be managed via enzyme-containing pills like Lactaid. Additionally, lactose intolerance will not cause intestinal tissue inflammation...
As with any restrictive diet, the potential consequences of the dietary alterations during a low FODMAP diet should be considered. Firstly, high FODMAP foods are generally good sources of prebiotics, especially those containing oligosaccharides, and hence reduced intake may alter the microbiota profile....
A foodborne infection occurs if we eat food containing harmful bacteria which cause illness by growing in our intestinal tract. Infection is caused by all viruses and all parasites and a few bacteria. The most widespread viral causing agents responsible for foodborne diseases are norovirus, hepatitis...
You’ll know the answer to both questions…and more…after reading this. Here’s a clue: The resident viruses and pleomorphic bacteria living in our cells – each and every one of our cells – don’t like it when food lectins (e.g. gluten and casein), pollutants, carcinogens, and othe...
Eating raw eggs or foods containing them raises concerns for some about the risk of salmonella. What foods should not be eaten raw? Raw or undercooked meat is a common culprit when it comes to food poisoning. Other foods that should not be consumed raw are kidney and castor beans, potato,...
Legumes contain the potentially dangerous “anti-nutrient” lectins (compound within them that binds to and eliminates micronutrients); as well, they hold a prominent spot in the upper echelons of the “Most Common Food Allergens” list. Peanuts and peanut butter, are at high risk of containing...
Three portions of low fat or fat free dairy products containing milk, yogurt or cheese. 5-5.5 particle equivalents of protein such as lean meat, poultry, seafood, eggs, beans or pea nuts and seeds. Iron-rich Foods Iron is one of the keys to goodhealthand energy levels in women before ...
Heat stable (1,3-1,4)-β-glucanase Barley Endosperm/barley hordein D NA Grains containing thermostable 1,3-1,4-β-glucanase for better malting. Horvath et al. (2000) Vitreoscilla hemoglobin Barley Whole plant/maize ubiquitin 1 NA Grains with altered oxygen availability. Wilhelmson et al. (...
Proteins from vegetable sources are composed of storage proteins (globulin and albumins), structural proteins (ribosomal, membrane proteins), and biological active proteins (lectins) (González-Pérez & Arellano,2009). Pulses, oilseeds, and vegetables sources are rich in proteins (Fig.2). Particular...