In a message dated 10/06/1999 5:39:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time,
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> There *is* a phytin digesting enzyme: the phytase.
>  This looks like a sort of adaption to phytin containing plants.
>  Its made in humans
>  and can be additionally produced by germination and soaking.

I've been meaning to ask the group about sprouting of seeds.  Sprouts
(alfalfa, broccoli, radish, lentil, etc.) used to be a big part of my diet
when I was trying out raw and vegan diets, and I do miss them.  They would
certainly liven up my salads in a welcome way.

Does sprouting eliminate or reduce the problems of seeds mentioned in recent
posts?  Are there any that are particularly good (or bad) in terms of
nutrients/antinutrients?

Holly