The Ben Azadi Show #1096 :7 “Healthy” Fruits and Vegetables That Are Secretly Poisoning Your Gut, Hormones, and Metabolism With Ben Azadi
Sep 7, 2025
Discover the surprising risks of seven fruits and vegetables you thought were healthy, like spinach and soy, and how they may disrupt gut health and hormones. Learn about the hidden anti-nutrients and inflammation these foods can cause. Find out healthier alternatives that promote metabolic well-being, and explore safer cooking methods to reduce toxic compounds. You'll be empowered to make more mindful dietary decisions and protect your health.
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Personal Recovery After Removing Spinach
- Ben Azadi experienced joint pain, fatigue, and eye styes while eating lots of spinach.
- After removing spinach, those symptoms resolved.
Beets Can Spike Blood Sugar
- Beets are both high in oxalates and concentrated sugars, especially in juice form.
- A cup of beet juice can spike blood sugar similar to a soda and drive insulin and fat storage for insulin-resistant people.
Choose Organic Or Wash Raspberries
- Avoid non-organic raspberries because they rank on the EWG 'dirty dozen' for pesticides.
- If you eat raspberries, buy organic and wash them with baking soda and water to reduce residues.
