Legumes and carbohydrates are the two main food groups that traditionally trigger G6PD deficiency symptoms. Legumes are plant products that include beans, peas, lentils, and soy. Fava beans in particular tend to trigger side effects. The carbohydrates that cause the most problems include white flour, refined sugars, and high fructose corn syrup, Additional food products that can cause G6PD deficiency syndromes to appear include tonic water, items that use blue food coloring, and products that contain sulfites, such as wine and dried fruits.
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