Sensitivity Guide
Lectin
Lectin exposure highlights higher-lectin foods like kidney beans, wheat germ, cashews, and tomatoes that may cause discomfort for some until they're well cooked.
Sample Ingredients
Lower Trigger Risk
Tips for Lectin
Pressure cooking destroys most lectins in beans and legumes.
Peeling and deseeding tomatoes and peppers reduces lectin content.
Related Resources
References
Lectin Sources
Authoritative sources for lectin research, clinical guidelines, and food databases.
4 sources from peer-reviewed research, regulatory bodies, and clinical guidelines.
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