Best Vs Worst Foods

For all the fruits in #10, 14 to 17 I believe that the micro nutrients and electrolytes they contain are very beneficial for us. They are also very immune compatible and contain very low levels of any antigen that could potentially trigger our immune system. So for those on an elimination diet, white fleshed fruits may be the first to reintroduce when we are feeling better. In addition the glucose they contain when consumed in appropriate levels relative to activity level can be very useful in regulating the kidneys ability to retain electrolytes in the body.

Breaking Down My Ranking of "The Worst Foods"

For items #1 to 5 and #7 to 13 I recommend the link below for the best breakdown of why these are the most destructive foods for human health. In particular their inferior capability to carry appropriate quantities of nutrients and their exorbitantly high levels of omega 6.

#1 to 8 - Ultra Processed Foods

These foods often contain inappropriate amounts of omega 6 primarily from the added vegetable oils that are highly prone to oxidation. It is this macro nutrient that is highly responsible for heart disease due to its excess consumption now 7 to 10 times more than what we consumed 90 years ago. LDL cholesterol is not the issue, it is its oxidation that causes it to become attacked by your own macrophages and begin to pile up in your arteries. These oils also contain concentrated and highly inappropriate amounts of phytosterol (plant sterols) and these mimic cholesterol and block its healthy absorption. Drop the corrupt scientific studies and observe the real composition of the foods the average population is eating. Its clear that their is an incentive to smear small profit margin animal foods to sell more cheap plant based foods at ultra high profit margins.

Peanut Butter

Due to peanut butters high lectin, phytic acid, plant sterol, omega 6 and often added sugar and hydrogenated vegetable oil contents; I believe that peanut butter is one of worst items sitting in the pantry's of millions of family homes across the world. Natural peanut butter is not much better as it still contains 6 of 9 potential offenders in peanut butter. All peanut butters may contain high levels of aflatoxin, a damaging compound formed from the presence of black mold in peanuts. Most commercial peanut butters are often made of the moldiest peanuts, regardless all the other human incompatible elements are already enough to send this plant butter into the trash. A possible alternative may be a natural cashew butter however I still do not recommend. If its worth more to you in the trash, it ain't worth buying. Even the benefits of peanut protein are overplayed as the amino acid balance of this protein are incomplete rendering it non-bioavailable. Since the peanuts in peanut butter are crushed and roasted at high heat they would also be prone to significant levels of oxidation.

For #13 to 24, 28, 29

I again recommend visiting the plant defense page to understand why they are so non-beneficial for the human digestive tract. Long story short if a useless filler food is taking up space in our intestines and causes the other good foods we eat along with it to go undigested than that is just a recipe for a huge waste of time and resources.

This is where the foods in this list start to become more edible.

Commercial Eggs

These eggs come from a commercial feed lot operation (CAFO) where the animal has been kept in confinement and fed a standard corn, soy and grain blend for the express purpose of producing as many eggs as possible. I we think 4 $ for a dozen eggs is quite cheap for that much protein, their has to be a catch. The proverb always hold true, you get what you pay for. This standard feed has even infiltrated many local small farms and homesteading operations. This is why I always ask how much pasture the chicken has access too and do they consume corn and soy. These eggs while a much better breakfast option than a peanut butter toast or bowl of cereal still fall short in many nutrient categories and specifically with a damagingly high level of omega 6.

Olive and Avocado Oil

Avocado Oil is likely going to be the better pick here as purity is often an issue with Olive oils. The issue with any plant oil is that they concentrate unwanted amounts of phytosterols (plant sterols) and omega 6. While these are oils extracted from fruit they will be far better than seed oils, more importantly they should be consumed in their whole form. Whole avocadoes can be a great addition to your salad dressing and whole olives can make a great addition to your salad. This way we can still get the flavors and nutrients while the oils are protected from oxidation in their whole food matrix.

Nightshades

This includes tomatoes, eggplant, bell peppers, white potatoes and chili peppers. These include high quantities of lectins, in some of these plant foods the lectins can be mostly destroyed in the cooking process. They can be difficult to digest for many when raw and cause silent enzyme inhibition problems.

Tier 6

• Grains - Wheat, Corn, Barley, Rye, Sorghum, Millet, Oats, Brown Rice

• Broccoli

• Nightshades - Tomatoes, Eggplant, Bell Peppers, Red Peppers, Goji Berries

• Spices from Seeds - Fennel, Mustard, Nutmeg, Black Pepper, Cumin, Coriander 

Tier 5

• Stems - Asparagus, Celery, Rhubarb, Turmeric

• Fungi - Mushrooms (Raw mushrooms are particularly dangerous especially cremini.)

• Cassava, Cabbage, Cauliflower, Brussel Sprouts

• Oysters

• Papaya, Melons, Winter Squash

Tier 4 

• Bulbs - Onion, Garlic, Leeks, Fennel, Shallots, Spring Onions

• Leaves - Lettuce of the Romaine, Iceberg, Looseleaf, Butterhead and other varieties.

• Herbs (Leaves) - Cilantro, Rosemary, Thyme, Dill, Chives, Basil, Oregano, Parsley, Sage

• Pastured Eggs

• Cashews and Macadamia Nut (These are tropical nuts that contain less omega 6.)

Tier 3 - (Only if Pressure Cooked)

• Legumes - Beans, Lentils, Chickpeas, Peas, Soybeans, Coffee, Cacao

• Zuchini (Peeled and Cooked)

• Mangoes

Tier 2 - Low plant defense compounds. (recommended to pressure cook these)

• Roots - Celeriac, Turnips, Rutabaga, Parsnips, Ginger, Beetroot (high oxalate), Radishes

• Potatoes - Red, White, Purple Potatoes, Japanese Sweet Potatoes 

• Other Tubers - Taro, Jerusalem Artichoke, Jicama

• White Rice

Tier 1 - The cleanest in the plant kingdom. Best plant defense to nutrient ratio at peak ripeness.

• Fruits - Avocado, Olives, Cucumber, Artichoke Hearts

• Sweet Fruits - Apples, Pear, Bananas, Oranges, Pineapple, Berries, Dates

• Maple Syrup

• Organic Cane Sugar