{"id":140410,"date":"2024-08-14T10:24:27","date_gmt":"2024-08-14T10:24:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/websitedesigns.com.au\/elankanew\/?p=140410"},"modified":"2024-08-14T10:24:27","modified_gmt":"2024-08-14T10:24:27","slug":"uncovering-the-truth-about-anti-nutrients-are-they-as-harmful-as-they-seem-by-dr-harold-gunatillake","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/websitedesigns.com.au\/elankanew\/uncovering-the-truth-about-anti-nutrients-are-they-as-harmful-as-they-seem-by-dr-harold-gunatillake\/","title":{"rendered":"&#8220;Uncovering the Truth About Anti Nutrients: Are They as Harmful as They  Seem?&#8221;   &#8211; By Dr. Harold Gunatillake"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #008080;\"><strong>&#8220;Uncovering the Truth About Anti Nutrients: Are They as Harmful as They Seem?&#8221; &#8211; <span style=\"color: #003300;\">By Dr. Harold Gunatillake<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-77916 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/websitedesigns.com.au\/elankanew\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/Harold-Gunethilake.jpg\" alt=\"Harold-Gunethilake\" width=\"112\" height=\"112\" \/><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/w6Ma1-c01mA?si=eQs6XKcSTRYy4-BS\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">*Antinutrients are natural or synthetic compounds <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">found in many foods that can interfere with the\u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">absorption of nutrients.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">*Anti-nutrients decrease the nutritional value of food\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">by blocking the absorption of its nutritional value of\u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">food by blocking the absorption of its nutritional<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">\u00a0principles\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">*The impact of anti-nutrients on long-term human\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">health is a current area of research. Some foods\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">may contain residual anti-nutrients after\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">processing and cooking, but the health benefits\u00a0 \u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">of eating these foods outweighs any potential\u00a0 \u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">adverse effects.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px; color: #000000; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Introduction\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px; color: #000000; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Hello there, fellow knowledge seekers! Welcome back to our channel. Today,\u00a0 we\u2019re diving deep into a topic that might sound a bit ominous: anti-nutrients.\u00a0 But fear not! By the end of this video, you\u2019ll have a clearer understanding of\u00a0 what they are, how they affect our bodies, and whether we should be\u00a0 concerned.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px; color: #000000; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Now What Are Anti-Nutrients?\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px; color: #000000; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Anti-nutrients\u2014those sneaky compounds that play hide-and-seek in our\u00a0 food\u2014are fascinating and sometimes a tad troublesome. They\u2019re like the\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px; color: #000000; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">quirky side characters in a nutrition drama. So, let\u2019s spotlight a few foods\u00a0 where these little troublemakers like to hang out:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px; color: #000000; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Anti-nutrients\u2014sounds like something straight out of a sci-fi movie. Well, not\u00a0 quite. These compounds are naturally present in certain foods, both plant based and animal-derived. Let\u2019s break it down:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px; color: #000000; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">By Definition: The term \u201canti-nutrients\u201d suggests precisely what they do.\u00a0 While nutrients nourish us, anti-nutrients\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px; color: #000000; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">can block the absorption of nutrients.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px; color: #000000; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Sneaky little things, aren\u2019t they?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px; color: #000000; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Where Do They Hide? You\u2019ll find anti-nutrients in various foods. Here are some\u00a0 examples:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><b>Lectins <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">are the rebels of the anti-nutrient world. They are found in legumes\u00a0 (beans, peanuts, soybeans) and whole grains, and\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">they can interfere with calcium, iron,\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">phosphorus, and zinc absorption.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px; color: #000000; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Whole Grains: Even that wholesome loaf of whole-grain bread has them. Nuts\u00a0 and Seeds: Almonds, peanuts, and sunflower seeds have a secret life as\u00a0 lectin carriers.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><b>Oxalates<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: These are like the drama\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">queens of the plant kingdom.\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">They\u2019re found in:\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px; color: #000000; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Coffee and Tea: That morning, cuppa? Yep, it\u2019s got a touch of oxalates. Leafy Greens: Spinach, kale, and their green pals are all part of the oxalate\u00a0 crew. Potatoes and Beets: Even the humble spud and the vibrant beet have\u00a0 a dash of oxalates.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><b>Glucosinolates and Goitrogens <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">hang out in cruciferous\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">veggies like broccoli, Brussels sprouts, and kale. They\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">can interfere with iodine absorption, potentially\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">affecting thyroid function.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><b>Phytates (Phytic Acid): <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These are like the nutrient\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">snatchers. They hang out in:\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Whole Grains: Brown rice, oats, and quinoa are all\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">phytate-rich. Seeds: Sunflower seeds, pumpkin\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">seeds\u2014watch out for these little phytate bandits.\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Legumes: Beans, lentils, and peas\u2014they\u2019ve got\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">their fair share too.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They can decrease the absorption of iron, zinc, magnesium, and calcium. <\/span><b>Saponins <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">are the soap opera stars of antinutrients.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">They\u2019re found in Legumes, including Chickpeas,\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">lentils, and soybeans\u2014saponin central.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Whole Grains: Buckwheat, oats, and quinoa have\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">their saponin fan club.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px; color: #000000; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Now, here\u2019s the twist: Not all antinutrients are villains. Some polyphenols and\u00a0 flavonoids are like quirky sidekicks\u2014sometimes a bit naughty but mostly\u00a0 harmless. They\u2019re found in tea, coffee, wine, and certain whole-plant foods.\u00a0 Just don\u2019t overconsume them, and they\u2019ll play nice.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000;\"><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><b>Tannins<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Tannins can decrease iron absorption\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">and are found in tea, coffee, and legumes.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><b>The Great Debate: Harm vs. Benefit goes on.\u00a0<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s address the elephant in the room: Are anti-nutrients harmful? <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The\u00a0 Research: Scientists are still unravelling the mysteries of anti-nutrients. Some\u00a0 studies suggest they might lead to nutritional deficiencies, bloating, nausea,\u00a0 rashes, and headaches. But hold your horses\u2014we\u2019re not done yet. Balancing Act: Here\u2019s the twist: The health benefits of eating foods containing\u00a0 anti-nutrients often outweigh any potential harm. Yes, you heard me right!\u00a0 These foods come with a package deal: vitamins, minerals, fibre, and other\u00a0 goodies. So, don\u2019t ditch your lentils just yet.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px; color: #000000; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Now, the Practical Tips are:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px; color: #000000; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Variety: Mix it up! Eating various nutritious foods daily helps offset minor\u00a0 nutrient losses caused by anti-nutrients.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px; color: #000000; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Preparation Matters: Soak, sprout, or boil your food. Many anti-nutrients can\u00a0 be tamed this way.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px; color: #000000; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Meal Timing: If you&#8217;re a tea lover, consider sipping it between meals rather\u00a0 than with your iron-rich steak.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px; color: #000000; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Do eggs have antinutrients?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px; color: #000000; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Avidin is an active antinutrient found in raw egg whites. It binds tightly to\u00a0 biotin (vitamin B7) and can cause B7 deficiency in animals and, in extreme\u00a0 cases, humans.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px; color: #000000; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Conclusion\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember, it\u2019s all about balance. Anti-nutrients might be the quirky\u00a0 characters in our nutritional story, but they\u2019re part of the bigger picture. So,\u00a0 embrace that lentil curry, sip your herbal tea, and keep exploring the\u00a0 fascinating world of food! <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #000000; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thanks for tuning in, and if you found this video helpful, hit that like button\u00a0 and subscribe! Until next time, stay curious and keep exploring. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px; color: #000000; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Nuts, beans, and legumes contain phytic acid, an<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px; color: #000000; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">antinutrient that hinders mineral absorption. Some grains like brown rice, buckwheat, and millet require around 7 hours of soaking, while others like rice, barley, wheat, and corn need\u00a0 12-24 hours and a water change.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 16px; color: #000000; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Sources: Harvard T.H. 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