Fats, such as those found in avocados, butter, and olive oil, are allowed on the lectin-free diet. Many types of nuts, such as pecans, pistachios, pine nuts, flax seeds, hemp seeds, sesame seeds, and Brazil nuts, are also allowed.

Does Dr. Gundry recommend avocados?

Well, it turns out the avocado is one of the healthiest fruits you can eat. Read here to learn about avocado benefits that support overall health as a part of a healthy diet full of fruits and veggies. There is a reason that it is a Dr Gundry approved superfood.

Do avocados have lecithin?

Avocados are rich in monounsaturated fatty acid (a healthy fat that is less prone to heat induced oxidation), Vitamin E, potassium and lecithin.

Foods to avoid

According to Dr. Gundry, you can eat a select few of the banned veggies — tomatoes, bell peppers, and cucumbers — if they’ve been peeled and deseeded. The Plant Paradox Diet emphasizes whole, nutritious sources of protein and fat while banning nightshades, beans, legumes, grains, and most dairy.