The Plant Paradox: The Hidden Dangers in "Healthy" Foods That Cause Disease and Weight Gain

In the book “The Plant Paradox,” famous cardiologist and cardiac surgeon Dr. Steven Gundry tells us about the amazing proteins called lectins, which are capable of penetrating our bodies through the walls of the intestines and causing real chaos there. Lectins are found not only in grains like wheat, but also in foods that most of us consider useful—including many fruits, vegetables, nuts, legumes, and packaged dairy products from the store. These proteins, contained in seeds, grains, skins, plant peels, and leaves, are meant to protect plants from predators (including humans). When we consume them, a real chemical war begins in the body, triggering inflammatory reactions that can lead to weight gain and serious health problems.

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