Nightshades: Benefits, Risks, and Who Should Avoid Them0

• Food Safety, General, Health & Wellness
• December 5, 2024

Nightshade vegetables, part of the Solanaceae family, include common foods like tomatoes, potatoes, eggplants, and bell peppers. These nutrient-packed foods are staples in many diets, but they spark debate in health circles, particularly regarding their potential impact on inflammation and autoimmune conditions. Some believe nightshades worsen symptoms in people with conditions like arthritis or inflammatory