Are Lectins Toxic? | Alan Flanagan & Matthew Nagra | The Proof Podcast EP

Legumes are trying to kill you. At least, that’s what Dr Steven Gundry would have you believe. Over the decades, various health fads have targeted one nutrient or compound after another: carbs, fat, gluten, and now, lectins. In Episode #286, I sit down with Dr Alan Flanagan, PhD, and Dr Matthew Nagra, ND, to dissect the bold assertions made in Dr Steven Gundry’s book, The Plant Paradox.

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In this episode, we are joined by two exceptional experts in the field of nutrition. Dr Alan Flanagan, PhD, is an accomplished nutritionist and the founder of Alinea Nutrition. He brings a rich background that spans both law and science, with a special focus on imparting impartial, science-based nutrition analysis.

We’re also joined by Dr Matthew Nagra, ND, a passionate advocate for plant-based nutrition and a certified expert from Cornell University. Growing up with personal health struggles and witnessing the transformative power of lifestyle-based interventions in his own life and his father's, Dr Nagra merges his comprehensive medical training with a deep-rooted commitment to bridging the gap between lifestyle changes and medical treatments.

We discuss:
00:00 - Kickstart Guide: Understanding Lectins for Better Health
04:00 - What Are Lectins? A Comprehensive Explanation for Health Enthusiasts
08:12 - Demystifying Lectins: Common Myths vs. Facts
09:21 - Dr. Gundry's Plant Lectin Claims: A Critical Examination
14:00 - Transformative Effects? Real Stories Post Dr. Gundry's Diet
16:51 - Evaluating Dr. Gundry's Lectin Claims: A Closer Look
17:50 - Busting Dr. Gundry's First Myth: Nutrition Misconceptions Uncovered
28:52 - Fact-Check: Do Lectins Trigger Leaky Gut Syndrome?
37:50 - Cooking vs. Lectins: Does Heat Really Neutralize Them?
45:37 - Investigating Myth 3: Lectins' Role in Causing Inflammation
49:31 - Myth 4 Debunked: The Truth About Lectins and Autoimmune Health
54:40 - Unveiling Myth 5: Can Lectins Be the Culprit Behind Weight Gain?
1:01:15 - Lectin Shield Exposed: Is This the Ultimate Lectin Blocker?
1:08:54 - Decoding Dr. Gundry: Essential Takeaways on Lectins
1:13:00 - Lectins: Concluding Insights for Health-Conscious Audiences

Connect with Dr Matthew Nagra:
Instagram:   / dr.matthewnagra  
Twitter/X:   / drmatthewnagra  
Threads: https://www.threads.net/@dr.matthewnagra
TikTok:   / dr.matthewnagra  
Website: https://drmatthewnagra.com/

Connect with Dr Alan Flanagan:
Instagram:   / thenutritionaladvocate  

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