You’re Eating Nuts Wrong: The Simple Trick That Unlocks Their Hidden Nutrients

🌰 Why Soaking Nuts & Seeds Changes Everything

Nuts and seeds are nutritional powerhouses. They’re rich in:

• Magnesium

• Zinc

• Iron

• Calcium

• Healthy fats

• Plant protein

• Fiber

But nature designed them with a protective mechanism.

🧬 What Is Phytic Acid?

Phytic acid (also called phytate) is the main storage form of phosphorus in seeds. It acts as a protective compound that keeps the seed dormant until conditions are right for growth.

Inside the human digestive tract, phytic acid can bind to minerals like:

• Calcium

• Magnesium

• Zinc

• Iron

When this binding happens, those minerals may become less absorbable. That’s why phytic acid is sometimes called an “anti-nutrient.”

However, it’s important to note:

• Phytic acid is not harmful.

• It also acts as an antioxidant.

• In people with balanced diets, it rarely causes mineral deficiencies.