Controversial Thoughts: Which Plants are Most/Least Toxic?

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Paul Saladino17m · 2020-11-13

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Well SupportedIncluding organ meats in the diet mimics ancestral eating patterns and provides nutrients without plant toxins.Well SupportedFresh beef liver is nutritionally superior to desiccated organ supplements in capsule form, but capsules are a viable alternative if fresh liver is unavailable.Not SupportedSulforaphane is not considered net beneficial and may be net toxic.Not SupportedIt is recommended to remove seed oils such as canola, sunflower, safflower, soybean, grape seed, and rice bran oils from the diet completely.Well Supported

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Legumes, such as raw red kidney beans, can cause hospitalization or death if not prepared properly through soaking and long-term cooking.

Well SupportedPlant seeds contain chemical defenses like enzyme inhibitors, oxalates, and phytic acid.

Well SupportedColostrum is a beneficial supplement for individuals who tolerate dairy and are interested in immunoglobulin-rich colostrum, particularly for those with GI issues.

Well SupportedSeeds, grains, nuts, and legumes are toxic plant parts that eliminating can improve health issues.

Well SupportedSpinach contains high levels of oxalates, which are the primary component of calcium oxalate kidney stones.

Well SupportedNon-starchy fruits like avocado and olives are among the least toxic plant foods due to fewer defense mechanisms.

Well SupportedEliminating the most toxic plants or parts of plants can lead to significant health improvements.

Well SupportedPlant leaves are not a good source of nutrition for humans and can prevent mineral and vitamin absorption.

Well SupportedSquash is a beneficial carbohydrate source, particularly for those seeking fiber, and can be an alternative to fruit.

Well SupportedFor individuals without autoimmune or inflammatory issues, a carnivore-ish diet or incorporating plant products can be appropriate for maintaining a high quality of life.

Well SupportedEating animal foods, particularly organs, is central to human health and was sought after by ancestors and currently living hunter-gatherers.

Well SupportedHaving a larger number of smaller fat cells is associated with reduced inflammation, metabolic dysfunction, and insulin resistance.

Not SupportedVegan and vegetarian diets are not considered viable or evolutionarily consistent for humans.

Well SupportedNightshades, such as tomatoes, bell peppers, and chili peppers, are immunogenic and can increase gut permeability.

Partially SupportedHoney, berries, and squash are ancestrally and evolutionarily consistent plant foods that can supplement a diet of meat and organs.

Not SupportedIngesting more than approximately one to one and a half teaspoons of cinnamon per day can be problematic due to its coumarin content.

Partially SupportedEliminating seeds of all types from the diet can improve gastrointestinal and other health issues for many people.

Partially SupportedGrains like rice should be sprouted and cooked for a very long time.

Partially SupportedCassava is toxic due to hydrocyanic acid and requires extensive processing to remove the toxin.

Partially SupportedLeafy greens, nuts, and seeds may cause significant health problems for many individuals due to poor detoxification of their inherent toxins.

Partially SupportedConsuming meat, organs, and less toxic plant foods aligns with human evolutionary history and works well in the wild.

Partially SupportedFruit may not offer significant redeeming nutritional value.

Not SupportedNightshade vegetables can cause inflammation in the gut, joints, and brain for some individuals.

Not SupportedPaleolithic diets are incorrect in considering nuts and seeds acceptable, as they are plant seeds and contain toxins.

Not SupportedBrown rice should be avoided due to arsenic content in the hull, which is removed in white rice.

Not SupportedTubers may not be well-tolerated by most people and are considered a fallback food.

Not SupportedSweet potatoes can cause problems due to oxalates and digestive enzyme inhibitors.

Partially SupportedButternut squash cooked in a pressure cooker may be tolerated by individuals with eczema triggered by acorn squash.

Partially SupportedHigh oxalate foods include nuts, seeds, grains, legumes, roots, stems, and bark.

Not SupportedWhite rice may trigger itchiness and autoimmune issues in some individuals.

Partially SupportedSeasonal fruits, berries, apples, and oranges are generally well-tolerated plant foods.

Partially SupportedFoods like beans and legumes require extensive cooking, fermentation, and detoxification to be edible and tolerable for humans.

Partially SupportedA ketogenic or low-carb diet is essential for correcting metabolic dysfunction, and processed sugar should be avoided.