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Food TypePhytic Acid Content (mg/100g)Other AntinutrientsSoaking Time (hours)Notes
Almonds350-450-8-12Soaking in warm water can enhance phytic acid reduction.
Brazil Nuts100-200-4-6Lower in phytic acid than many other nuts.
Cashews180-220-2-4Cashews have lower phytic acid levels and require less soaking time.
Hazelnuts90-200-8-12-
Peanuts350-400-8-12Roasting can also reduce phytic acid content.
Pecans180-290-4-6-
Walnuts200-300-4-8-
Chia Seeds490-500-8-10Soaking can also improve gel formation.
Flaxseeds200-800-6-8Grinding before soaking can enhance phytic acid reduction.
Pumpkin Seeds400-500-7-9-
Sesame Seeds350-800-8-12High variability in phytic acid content.
Sunflower Seeds500-700-8-12-
Barley950-1050-12-24Soaking and sprouting can significantly reduce levels.
Brown Rice80-430-8-24Soaking in warm water is more effective.
Corn750-1250-12-24Nixtamalization can also significantly reduce phytic acid.
Oats1000-1175-12-24Soaking with a small amount of whey or lemon juice helps.
Quinoa800-1400-4-8Rinsing thoroughly before soaking is recommended.
Wheat750-1250-12-24Soaking, sprouting, and fermenting are effective.
Pine Nuts200-300-8-12Pine nuts may require soaking to reduce phytic acid content.
Macadamia Nuts120-180-Not typically soakedMacadamias are lower in phytic acid; soaking may not be necessary.