You may not have heard of the "lectin-free" diet, but you probably know people who avoid eating legumes, whole wheat and nightshades because they're trying to avoid lectins. But what are lectins? And ...

Lectins are a type of protein present in many foods. Some people recommend lectin-free diets. However, there is insufficient evidence to support their benefit or safety. Lectins are a type of protein ...

Eating raw foods that contain lectins, such as grains, legumes, and nightshade vegetables, or eating large amounts of them, may cause digestive issues in some people. Lectins are proteins found mainly ...