by Dr. Steven R Gundry (Author)
From renowned cardiac surgeon Steven R. Gundry, MD, the New York Times bestselling The Plant Paradox is arevolutionary look at the hidden compounds in healthy foods like fruit, vegetables, and whole grains that are causing us to gain weight and develop chronic disease.Most of us have heard of gluten—a protein found in wheat that causes widespread inflammation in the body. Americans spend billions of dollars on gluten-free diets in an effort to protect their health. But what if weve been missing the root of the problem? In The Plant Paradox, renowned cardiologist Dr. Steven Gundry reveals that gluten is just one variety of a common, and highly toxic, plant-based protein called lectin. Lectins are found not only in grains like wheat but also in the “gluten-free” foods most of us commonly regard as healthy, including many fruits, vegetables, nuts, beans, and conventional dairy products. These proteins, which are found in the seeds, grains, skins, rinds, and leaves of plants, are designed by nature to protect them from predators (including humans). Once ingested, they incite a kind of chemical warfare in our bodies, causing inflammatory reactions that can lead to weight gain and serious health conditions.At his waitlist-only clinics in California, Dr. Gundry has successfully treated tens of thousands of patients suffering from autoimmune disorders, diabetes, leaky gut syndrome, heart disease, and neurodegenerative diseases with a protocol that detoxes the cells, repairs the gut, and nourishes the body. Now, in The Plant Paradox, he shares this clinically proven program with readers around the world.The simple (and daunting) fact is, lectins are everywhere. Thankfully, Dr. Gundry offers simple hacks we easily can employ to avoid them, including:Peel your veggies. Most of the lectins are contained in the skin and seeds of plants; simply peeling and de-seeding vegetables (like tomatoes and peppers) reduces their lectin content.Shop for fruit in season. Fruit contain fewer lectins when ripe, so eating apples, berries, and other lectin-containing fruits at the peak of ripeness helps minimize your lectin consumption.Swap your brown rice for white. Whole grains and seeds with hard outer coatings are designed by nature to cause digestive distress—and are full of lectins.With a full list of lectin-containing foods and simple substitutes for each, a step-by-step detox and eating plan, and delicious lectin-free recipes, The Plant Paradox illuminates the hidden dangers lurking in your salad bowl—and shows you how to eat whole foods in a whole new way.
In his groundbreaking book, "The Plant Paradox: The Hidden Dangers in Healthy Foods That Cause Disease and Weight Gain," Dr. Steven R Gundry unveils the shocking truth about the foods we've been led to believe are healthy, but are actually harming our bodies. With compelling scientific evidence, Dr. Gundry exposes the dark side of lectins, a type of protein found in many plant foods, and how they can trigger inflammation, autoimmune diseases, weight gain, and a host of other health problems.
Through extensive research, Dr. Gundry has identified a group of lectins called "plant paradox lectins" that are particularly harmful to our health. These lectins can disrupt our gut health, causing leaky gut syndrome and leading to a cascade of inflammatory responses. They can also bind to cells throughout the body, interfering with cellular communication and contributing to chronic diseases.
"The Plant Paradox" challenges conventional wisdom about healthy eating and offers a revolutionary approach to achieving optimal health. Dr. Gundry provides a detailed explanation of how lectins work and how to avoid them in your diet. He also shares a comprehensive 3-week plan to help you transition to a lectin-free lifestyle, with delicious and nutritious recipes that promote healing and well-being.
The Plant Paradox has been praised by renowned health experts and has become a must-read for anyone seeking to improve their health and well-being. If you're struggling with chronic health issues or simply want to optimize your health, "The Plant Paradox" is an invaluable resource that will empower you to make informed choices about the foods you eat and take control of your health.
