The Red Meat Debate: Use Some Common Sense

October 2, 2019 by foodworksblog Leave a comment

For the past decade or so red and processed meats (beef in particular) has been associated with a higher risk of heart disease and certain cancers.

The red meat debate continues as we wake up  this morning to the news that consumption of red and processed meats are of little risk to our health.

Back in 2015, an article appeared to agree with the current assessment about red and processed meat and in addition tells us how to deal with the disturbing reports about red and processed meat and heart disease and cancer.

So what can we really believe? The following article first appeared in 2015 and seems to me to take a common sense approach to the debate that never ceases.

Bottom Line – Life is a risk. Eat responsibly. As Michael Pollan says: “Eat Food, Not too much, Mostly Plants.”

If you are a true carnivore, we could add “eat meat in moderation.” Meat has been a traditional part of the American diet since our food culture began. On the other hand, we really don’t need meat at every meal as some think. How about trying some plant sources of protein now and then.? Try a Meatless Monday. Might be fun????

CLICK HERE.