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Problem 1: Grains are nutrient-poor
– Low in magnesium, chromium, zinc, vitamin D
– Displace nutrient-dense foods (meat, fish, vegetables, nuts)
– Result: Absolute deficiency
Problem 2: Grains block mineral absorption
– Phytic acid (phytate) in grains binds minerals – interfering with assimilation
– Binds magnesium, zinc, chromium, iron and calcium
– Makes them unavailable for absorption
– Result: Relative deficiency even if eating some minerals
Problem 3: Grains increase mineral losses
– High-carb/high-sugar diet → More insulin secretion
– Chromium lost in urine when insulin levels high
– Magnesium lost in urine with glycosuria (sugar in urine)
– Result: Accelerated depletion
Problem 4: Grains cause inflammation
– Gliadin (a component of gluten) → Zonulin (gatekeeper of the intestinal wall) → Leaky gut → LPS (lipopolysaccharides – dead bacteria fragments) leak
– Inflammation → Oxidative stress
– Uses up antioxidant minerals (selenium, zinc, magnesium)
– Result: Increased requirements + decreased absorption = Severe deficiency