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5. Lectins. Lectins are found in high quantities in beans and wheat, which as mentioned earlier reduce nutrient absorption and can cause indigestion, bloating and gas for many people.
As for other sources of lectins, such as beans, nuts, and seeds, these are healthy foods, but you want to try not eating too many of these foods. And keep in mind that not all nuts and seeds have an equal amount of lectins.his of course is a general answer, and the truth is that there are some health risks associated with certain whole foods in the forms of lectins. Lectins are carbohydrate-binding proteins which are found in many different foods. They are found in all types of grains, legumes, nuts, seeds, and some other foods as well.