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#371 - The Truth About Nightshades

March 22, 2023 • Episode 371

We already recorded a pretty comprehensive podcast on the topic (Episode #257), but there have been requests to revisit NIGHTSHADES.

So, here's the deal...

There is NO - zero - evidence to even consider that eating nightshade vegetables can potentially cause or contribute to any health issues.

Unless of course you are eating belladonna, dartura, or maybe green/sprouted potatoes. These plants are high in solanine, the glycoalkaloid that can be poisonous and deadly in high enough doses.

So, here are the main take aways from this episode...

Vegetables are in the nightshade family - potatoes, tomatoes, peppers, goji berries
The utter lack of evidence that these foods cause inflammation or health issues
Some of the health promoting nutrients that are actually in these foods
The power of placebo/nocebo effects!
What to do if you do experience intolerance or symptoms when eating whole plant foods

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