
Tomatoes, potatoes, eggplant, bell peppers — all avoided.
Why: Extremely yin. Tropical origin. Contain alkaloids (solanine) that may cause joint inflammation and calcium depletion.
Counterargument: Mainstream nutrition considers them healthy. Sensitivity varies.
Practical: If you have joint pain or inflammation, eliminate for 3 weeks. Observe.
Replacements: Carrots/squash for tomato sauce. Turnips/parsnips for potatoes. Ginger for peppers.
Reference:
TaskLoco™ — The Sticky Note GOAT