I would like more information on the legumes myself (I never liked
kidney beans or soy, but love peas).

Thanks,
Kira, new member who just started shifting to Paleo a few months ago.

On Jan 28, 2004, at 8:05 AM, Neil Abrahams wrote:

> I know that some legumes, particularly kidney beans and soybeans, have
> potentially dangerous lectins and antinutrients, but have also read
> that
> the lectins in peas and lentils are not active, and don't believe the
> anti-nutrients in legumes other than kidney beans and soybeans have
> been
> shown to be much of a problem.  Does anyone know of scientifically
> valid
> reports for laypeople addressing this?
>
> Thanks,
> Neil
>