Well,
all seeds contain lectins and other poisons. I know Cordain says they're OK.
But I certainly disagree.
There are at least 4 paths to paleo-
archeological/historical
hunter-gatherer diets
naked and sharp and a rock stick rule
avoid antinutrients (toxins).
All arrive at much the same diet.

Rule 4 says avoid toxins- esp seeds. Wheat rice etc are full of toxins. The
edible nuts have lectins etc but there is no evidence they interact with our
physiology. I like macadamias and walnuts and am comfortable with them-
they're high in omega 3 too, but many other nuts aren't. Their protection
comes from their hard shell so they less toxin to keep safe from worms and
animals.
Ben

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Sent: Monday, 19 August 2002 05:14
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Subject: Re: Canola


If seeds are not Paleo as Ben states what do we do with sunflower seeds,
pumpkin seeds etc... I do admit I don't feel well after eating sunflower
seeds.
I am new to this site and hope I am posting properly.

Jeff