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June 21, 2013 8:15 pm at 8:15 pm
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jewishfeminist02
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Actually, the Rambam says that all fresh fruits (especially citrus) are unhealthy, with the exception of figs and grapes (Hilchos Deos 4:11). In the “particularly unhealthy” category are vegetables and legumes like lentils, cabbage, leeks, onions and radishes. (Ibid, 4:9). I’m sure one can live a healthy life without these foods, but it’s hard to imagine them being sufficiently unhealthy to cut out of one’s diet.
Credit goes to my husband for finding these sources.