"She'd replaced breakfast with kale-spinach-chia seed concoctions, convinced she'd found the holy grail of health. Three months later, she was dealing with kidney stones and wondering where she went wrong. It got me thinking about how we've turned certain foods into health halos, assuming more is always better, but here's what nutrition experts are discovering: Those Instagram-worthy "superfoods" might not be so super for everyone."
"What really surprised me? You can actually overdose on spinach. Too much can interfere with blood-thinning medications and cause digestive issues. One study found that excessive consumption led to kidney failure in a patient who ate large amounts daily. The sweet spot seems to be variety. Rotate your greens instead of downing a pound of spinach every morning. Your kidneys will thank you."
"Remember when coconut oil was going to save us all? I had a jar in every room practically, but the American Heart Association burst that bubble, pointing out it's 82% saturated fat (which is higher than butter). Coconut oil raises LDL cholesterol just like other saturated fats. For people with heart disease risk factors, this "health food" could actually increase their chances"
A person developed kidney stones after replacing breakfast with daily kale-spinach-chia smoothies. Certain nutrient-dense foods can cause harm when consumed in large quantities or by susceptible individuals. Spinach and other leafy greens contain oxalates that can contribute to kidney stones and can interfere with blood-thinning medications; excessive daily intake has been linked in a study to kidney failure. Variety in greens and moderation prevent excessive oxalate exposure. Coconut oil is 82% saturated fat and raises LDL cholesterol, increasing cardiovascular risk for people with heart-disease risk factors. Nutrition effects depend on individual health, dose, and food preparation.
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