Vegetables are very important for a gut health. Some of them  contains solanin, lectins and alkaloids, compounds considered toxic if ingested in large quantities. These compounds are present in the plant to play a protective role against pathogenic bacteria, viruses, fungi and predatory insects. Solanine is a toxic substance but only in large quantities. This does not mean that we should no longer consume nightshades, but simply moderate our consumption.

As for fruit and vegetables, many nightshades are commonly consumed: tomato, aubergine, potato, pepper, chili pepper, goji berries. Potato juice has multiple beneficial health properties. Potato firstly, it is an excellent source of nutrients, rich in potassium, B vitamins, magnesium and chromium. Potato juice neutralizes gastric juices. Extracting juice from raw potatoes is very simple, even if you don’t have a juicer. Red peppers and tomatoes are rich in vitamins A and C, which act as antioxidants in the body and help fight viral and bacterial infections, protect blood vessel walls, reduce the risk of atherosclerosis, and optimize iron absorption . Tomatoes also contain lycopene, a very powerful carotenoid that can prevent some types of cancer and heart disease, as well as strengthen the immune system..