Hello friends!
Welcome to the first issue of our newsletter. If you enjoy red meat, you will probably love the truth I have for you today!
Red meat has somewhat of a bad reputation. This is why, many people are now either going meatless, reducing their red meat consumption or considering doing either of the two. But, is red meat really the bad guy in your diet?
Here’s the truth:
The chances of you suffering the negative health consequences of red meat depend on how much you eat it in a week.
If you eat red meat in safe amounts, it won’t pose any serious threats to your health. Yep. You read that right!
Red meat is not ALL bad. This means it does not need to be kicked out of your weekly diet plan unless it goes above safe limits.
What Are Those Safe Limits, You May Ask?
Well, according to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, you can eat around 1 serving of red meat per week. The World Cancer Research Fund is a bit more relaxed about it and allows up to 3 portions or 350-500 grams (12-17 ounces) of unprocessed red meat every week.
So, should you cut down on how much meat you eat?
One Tip, One Week, One Change
If you want to see whether you need to cut down on your red meat consumption, try tracking how much red meat you eat in a week.
Research has shown that we normally eat around 490 grams (17 ounces) of red meat per week. Which is safely within the recommended limits.
This week, track your red meat consumption. See if it is within this limit.
If your red meat consumption is within safe limits, you can continue to enjoy your normal portions of red meat. But make sure your diet is balanced with proteins, fats, and fiber-rich foods in the right amounts. Omellete with veggies and avocado, grilled chicken salad with olive oil dressing, and baked Salmon with veggies may all make for balanced meals.
And if it goes above the safe limit, try to cut back a little bit. You don’t have to bring it down to safe limits in one day. Take small steps and reduce your red meat consumption gradually. Do what’s easy, stay consistent, and you will be able to see better results!
This is your science-backed tip for the week. I’ll be back with another research-supported health tip next week.
Until then, take care, stay fit and stay informed!