The reason why I practice the Lectin-Free Diet.
Last November, my life took a dramatic turn. It wasn’t a coincidence or a small change—it was ‘a Copernican shift’ in how I viewed my health and well-being. This transformation began with two books, “The Plant Paradox” and “Gut Check” by Dr. Steven Gundry, which introduced me to the #LectinFreeDiet. By incorporating their principles into my life, I’ve experienced a profound improvement in my health.
To put it simply: I feel better.
The medications that once filled my days—painkillers, stomach medicine, anti-inflammatory compresses—are now largely unnecessary. My body is healing, my energy has returned, and I’m no longer tied to the cycle of being constantly drugged and bedridden.
To be honest, I didn’t go on this diet to lose weight. That was never my goal. What drove me was the desire to break free from a life of chronic pain and drug dependency. I’d spent more than half my life in bed and I wanted out. I wanted to build a life where I didn’t just survive but thrive, where I could provide for myself and my family without being held back by my health. I absolutely want to avoid having my mum, an elderly person who suffers from #schizophrenia, to take care of me.
How It All Started
I stumbled upon “The Plant Paradox” through a Kindle recommendation—an example of AI actually working in my favor! ‘Dr. Gundry’s books’ opened my eyes to the hidden dangers of #lectins, toxic proteins found in many common foods we’ve long believed to be healthy.
Foods like wheat, beans, tomatoes, and even some dairy products contain lectins, which Gundry identifies as a key contributor to inflammation, gut issues, and other chronic conditions. This revelation was life-changing for me. Could it be that much of what I thought was “healthy” was actually hurting me?
The Lectin-Free Diet encourages eliminating these harmful foods and replacing them with lectin-free alternatives. It’s not just about what you take away—it’s about what you add to your life: better energy, reduced inflammation, and a body that feels truly nourished.
For more information, I recommend exploring ‘Dr. Gundry’s work’ and visiting “Gundry MD”.
The Challenges
As transformative as this diet has been, it hasn’t been without its challenges. Living in Japan, I quickly realized that many of the ingredients and recipes in ‘Dr. Gundry’s books’ don’t translate well here. Staples like rice, miso, and soy products are off-limits, and finding affordable, lectin-free options can be difficult.
But I’ve made it work. I’ve adapted recipes, searched for local alternatives, and learned to create delicious, affordable meals that fit the Lectin-Free guidelines. It’s not always easy, but the results are worth every effort.
Why I’m Sharing My Journey
This diet isn’t just about me—it’s about the possibility of inspiring others. I know there are countless people out there struggling with chronic illnesses, desperate for solutions that actually work. My message to them is simple: change is possible.
If you’re feeling trapped by your health, I want you to know that there’s hope. By making mindful adjustments to your diet and lifestyle, you can regain control of your life, just as I have.
The Bigger Picture
This journey has taught me so much more than just what to eat. It has reshaped how I approach life itself.
Took me a very long time to learn how to live in harmony:
To accept what I can’t change.
To change what I can.
To accept that the only thing I can control is my own actions, not what others make of them.
To accept uncertainty.
To accept my darkness and fears.
To embrace my own shadow.
To surrender to the flowing universe.
To be grateful for the small things in life.
To always choose kindness over hatred.
Courage over fear.
Acceptance over fight.
It’s not always simple… but it’s worth it.
This is my credo, a beautiful poem, which is written by “Ju”.—a reminder that the journey to better health is also a journey to inner peace and resilience. I hope sharing my story helps others find their path, too.