👉 Phytate is a type of carbohydrate that is found in many plant-based foods such as grains, legumes, and fruits. It is composed of two carbon atoms linked to four hydrogen atoms (C2H4O2) and is the main constituent of cellulose. Phytates are also known as lignin or hemicelluloses, which are the cell walls of plants. They can be present in plant-based foods such as fruits, vegetables, and legumes, but they
