EB 2: Gut and Digestion Part 1: Our Gut and Energy Balance
The Energy Balance Podcast
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Defensive Compounds in Plant Foods and Their Impact on Nutrition
The chapter explores the concept of antineutrients and how plants produce compounds to protect themselves, affecting the nutrition of animals consuming them. It delves into the defensive mechanisms of plants like yams and nuts, discussing the role of compounds like lectins, phytates, and saponins in inhibiting nutrient absorption. The discussion also addresses processing methods to make these compounds more digestible and the impact of plant foods on gut health and overall nutrition.
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