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5 antinutrients in cereals and legumes to watch out for


Published on Oct 07, 2023 12:58 PM IST

  • It is important to get rid of anti-nutrients in foods like cereals and legumes as they can hamper absorption of nutrients and can lead to digestive issues.

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Published on Oct 07, 2023 12:58 PM IST

“Antinutrients are natural or synthetic compounds that interfere with the absorption of nutrients and even have potential health impacts. From phytates to oxalates, these sneaky compounds can impact nutrient absorption,” says Nutritionist Lovneet Batra in her recent Instagram post. (Shutterstock)

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Protease inhibitors: In raw cereals and legumes, especially soybean, block enzymes that digest protein, hindering protein absorption. (Pixabay)

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Protease inhibitors: In raw cereals and legumes, especially soybean, block enzymes that digest protein, hindering protein absorption. (Pixabay)

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Lectin inhibitors: Legumes, cereal grains, seeds, interfere with the absorption of nutrients ; inflammation (Pixabay)

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Lectin inhibitors: Legumes, cereal grains, seeds, interfere with the absorption of nutrients ; inflammation (Pixabay)

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Amylase inhibitors: Found in beans, they limit the breakdown of complex carbs, delaying sugar release. 

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Amylase inhibitors: Found in beans, they limit the breakdown of complex carbs, delaying sugar release. 

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Phytic acid: Mainly found in seeds, grains and legumes, it binds to minerals, hindering their absorption. (Pixabay)

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Phytic acid: Mainly found in seeds, grains and legumes, it binds to minerals, hindering their absorption. (Pixabay)

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Oxalic acid: In Spinach/beet greens/beet root, it hinders calcium absorption. (Freepik)

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Oxalic acid: In Spinach/beet greens/beet root, it hinders calcium absorption. (Freepik)

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