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Traditional Cooking Techniques to Minimize Harmful Lectins

By Angelo (admin)
Traditional Cooking Techniques to Minimize Harmful Lectins

Lectins are a diverse family of proteins that can bind to carbohydrates, and are found in many plants, particularly in seeds, legumes, grains, and some vegetables. Within plants, lectins serve as a defense mechanism, helping deter pests and resist microbial attack. For humans, however, dietary […]

Source: deepgreenpermaculture.com

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