Dr. Eric Berg - In this video, I discuss phytic acid.

Oatmeal is not what you think it is…👎 It contains phytic acid, a compound that robs you of minerals and prevents their absorption (yes, even minerals that are present in oatmeal will not be absorbed well)… A lot of the studies touting phytic acid as a healthy compound are completely flawed and even mention that more research needs to be done to come to a sound conclusion on any potential benefits… Not a health food…💩 What are health foods? Meat and organs (get organs fresh or desiccated from @

Phytic Acid.... Phytic acid is a food inhibitor that blocks the absorption of certain healthy minerals into your body. People sometimes refer to phytic acid as an anti-nutrient, because it blocks the absorption of certain minerals into the body. When you eat foods high in phytic acid, the molecules bind with certain minerals in your digestive tract, including: Calcium Magnesium Iron Zinc Chromium Manganese Once this occurs, your body no longer has access to these nutrients. #phyticacid #weightlo