Optimizing Your Diet: 10 Foods You Should Reconsider

🌾Oats with high glycemic index can cause blood sugar spikes. Opt for gluten-free and steel-cut oats instead.

⚠️Nightshade vegetables like tomatoes and potatoes can cause inflammation in some individuals. Consider avoiding or pressure cooking them.

🥜Peanut butter, especially commercially processed ones, often contain harmful ingredients like soy proteins and trans fats. Choose organic and unprocessed versions.

🌰Nuts and seeds, when overcooked or heavily processed, can lose their nutritional value. Opt for raw, soaked, or dehydrated nuts.

🥗Mayo and dressings made with unhealthy oils and additives can be detrimental to your health. Make your own with cold-pressed, unrefined oils.

What are the best alternatives to oats?

—Gluten-free and steel-cut oats are healthier alternatives to quick oats. They have a lower glycemic index and release sugar into the bloodstream at a slower rate.

Should I completely avoid nightshade vegetables?

—If you have inflammation issues or are sensitive to lectins, it might be beneficial to limit consumption of nightshade vegetables. Pressure cooking can help neutralize harmful substances.

Is all peanut butter bad for you?

—Not all peanut butter is bad. Look for organic, unprocessed peanut butter with no added sugars, hydrogenated fats, or soy proteins.

Can I consume nuts and seeds daily?

—Yes, nuts and seeds are nutritious, but moderation is key. Opt for raw, soaked, or dehydrated nuts to retain their nutritional properties.

What are healthier alternatives to store-bought mayo?

—Make your own mayo using cold-pressed, unrefined oils, such as avocado oil. It's best to find local sources or use pasture-raised eggs.

00:00In this video, we discuss 10 commonly consumed foods that may have negative effects on your health.

02:12Oats with high glycemic index can cause blood sugar spikes. Opt for gluten-free and steel-cut oats instead.

03:49Nightshade vegetables like tomatoes and potatoes can cause inflammation in some individuals. Consider avoiding or pressure cooking them.

06:32Peanut butter, especially commercially processed ones, often contain harmful ingredients like soy proteins and trans fats. Choose organic and unprocessed versions.

08:25Nuts and seeds, when overcooked or heavily processed, can lose their nutritional value. Opt for raw, soaked, or dehydrated nuts.

17:26Mayo and dressings made with unhealthy oils and additives can be detrimental to your health. Make your own with cold-pressed, unrefined oils.