Phytic

Bacteria, in this case, E. coli, break down a source of inositol phosphate (also called phytic acid), a phosphate storage material in seeds, to free the phosphate molecules. ❋ Unknown (2009)

Most of us think of gluten as the main culprit in grain sensitivities, allergies and immune system insults, but there are several other organic compounds such as raffinose, stachyose, phytic acid phytates, lectins and verbascose that are harmful irritants to humans yet well-tolerated and nourishing for ruminants. ❋ Georgianna Donadio (2011)

• Soybeans contain high amounts of phytic acid, a type of phytate and a substance that blocks the body's absorption of calcium, magnesium, copper, iron and zinc. ❋ Craig Cooper (2010)

It is rich in phytic acid, the antioxidant that may prevent cancer. ❋ Unknown (2010)

Grains are the main source of phytic acid in the modern diet, although we can't rule out the possibility that grains were promoting tooth decay through another mechanism as well. ❋ Nomad (2009)

Soy is a legume, which contains high amounts of phytic acid. ❋ Unknown (2009)

This process allows enzymes, lactobacilli and other helpful organisms to not only neutralize the phytic acid, but also to break down complex starches, irritating tannins and difficult-to-digest proteins including gluten. ❋ Unknown (2009)

Whole grains contain phytic acid in the bran of the grain. ❋ Unknown (2009)

As little as 7 hours soaking will neutralize a large portion of the phytic acid in grains. ❋ Unknown (2009)

For example, I soak oats and brown rice and other grains and nuts in a way designed to break down in digestible phytic acid. ❋ Unknown (2008)

This is because the phytic acid, which is inherent in soy beans, has been neutralized in the process of fermentation. ❋ GreenFertility (2008)

Soya, like many grains, require soaking to break down phytic acids that prevent mineral absorption. ❋ Sara (2008)

In addition, soybeans also are a terrific source of phytic acid and protease inhibitors, two other cancer-fighting compounds. ❋ Earl Mindell (2008)