About this episode
Nightshade vegetables — even the name is ominous. Some people believe they exacerbate arthritis and can cause inflammation. So, should we avoid them? In today’s short episode of ZOE Science & Nutrition, Jonathan and Will ask: What are nightshade vegetables, and how can they benefit our bodies? Download our FREE guide — Top 10 Tips to Live Healthier: https://zoe.com/freeguide Studies referenced in the episode: Potato glycoalkaloids and adverse effects in humans: an ascending dose study Effect of red pepper on symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome: preliminary study Treatment of arthritis with topical capsaicin: a double-blind trial In defence of potatoes: How resistant starch from potatoes affects the gut microbiota Health benefits of eating tomatoes emerge Episode transcripts are available here . Want to create your own podcast? Contact Fascinate Productions to bring it to life.