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Why Doesn't the Carnivore Diet Allow Vegetables?

5 min read
According to proponents, the carnivore diet removes vegetables and other plant foods to achieve optimal health. This highly restrictive dietary approach is based on the idea that humans evolved to thrive on animal products alone, and plants contain compounds that can be harmful. By eliminating all plant-based foods, including vegetables, followers aim to reduce inflammation, improve digestion, and address various health issues.

Is Spinach High in Defense Chemicals? What You Need to Know

3 min read
Spinach, though a nutritional powerhouse, is known for its naturally occurring defense chemicals, particularly oxalates. These antinutrients have landed spinach on the Environmental Working Group's "Dirty Dozen" list due to pesticide load, sparking concern about chemical exposure. The article explores the natural defense compounds in spinach and their impact on health.