Hey there viewers!
Who doesn’t love a good steak once in a while?
Many families have their own recipe for the perfect steak.
Just thinking about it is making my mouth water.
What if we were to eat steak everyday?
Would it affect your health?
In today’s video, we’ll talk about what will happen to your body if you eat steak
every day.
Does it improve your iron levels?
How about ample protein?
But what about the increased risk of cancer and diabetes?
We will be talking about all of this AND more...
1.
You will consume lots of nutrients, especially protein
Red meats are often known to add extra weight.
In fact, if you’re watching your weight, you might consider red meat off limits due
to fat concerns.
But this is not entirely true.
You can still enjoy an occasional piece of steak provided you get the leaner cuts of
beef.
Yes, it is true.
Staying within your calorie goals is totally possible when you get lean cuts.
And what’s more, you get ample of nutrients, especially vitamin B12 and protein.
Both are necessary for a healthy body.
Lean cuts of red meat are a faithful companion on a weight loss journey.
This is due to their protein-rich contents.
Go for at least 97-98 percent lean meat to avoid excess intake of fat.
A healthy 100 grams of lean cut beef contains less than 95 milligrams of cholesterol, 10
grams total fat, and 4.5 grams saturated fat.
You can also opt for extra lean cuts of beef that would contain less than 5 grams total
fat and 2 grams saturated fat, while the cholesterol would be the same.
So make sure you know more about the cuts you are getting from your local meat shop.
Leaner the better.
2.
Meat Sweats
We all know about meat sweats.
A hearty Christmas lunch, or Thanksgiving dinner often makes us work up a sweat.
Ever wonder why?
Some meat-eaters break down into profuse sweating after a hearty meal consisting of excessive
red meat.
Too many servings of your favourite ham sandwich or grilled butter steaks can also make you
change your T shirt.
This type of sweating is a real biological condition and commonly known as Meat Sweat.
They are nothing but your body’s attempt to break the excess protein consumed through
excessive levels of meat.
Proteins are complicated molecules.
Their chemical bonds need to be broken by different enzymes before they can be completely
metabolized.
However, metabolism disorders cannot be ruled out if you are sweating profusely on a daily
basis.
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3.
Lethargy after meals
The quantity of food we eat plays a big role in determining our energy levels after a meal.
If you feel tired after you eat, it’s better to consult a physician for allergies.
However, there is another reason you are feeling lethargic after meals.
And it has to do with the big steak you ate during your lunch or dinner.
This is because some foods are hard to digest.
Steak is one of those.
It will make you feel tired after consumption.
This is because more blood flows to your stomach to help you digest the food properly.
This happens with high fat foods like red meat.
Once you know what’s causing your fatigue and tiredness, you might consider adjusting
your diet and incorporate foods that give you better energy and stamina.
4.
Higher risk of diseases
Your food habits play a significant role when it comes to your health conditions.
Over-consumption of anything will lead to several health issues.
And unfortunately, red meat is one of them.
It is really unfortunate because steaks are just too awesome.
But the problem is the more you consume processed red meat, the higher the risk of you developing
diseases.
Time and again doctors and nutritionists have repeated that you do not need to eat red meat
to get nutrients.
In fact, it increases your risk of cancer.
Experts recommend limiting red meat intake between 300 and 350 grams.
This is spread into three portions, three times a week.
It’s done to control the entry of carcinogenic ingredients through the consumption of processed
red meats.
The idea is to avoid them for better health and living.
5.
Digestive disorders
Red meats take time to digest and should be eaten in moderation.
When you eat too much, you will experience bloating issues.
Red meat also fills you up.
It doesn’t allow you to take in more whole grains or fresh food.
This may cause digestive disorders including constipation and diarrhea.
Red meat offers nutrition, but lacks a very critical component-- fiber!
This helps in digestion and blood sugar regulation.
The absence of fiber may result in serious gastrointestinal issues including cramp and
stomach ache.
So unless you are eating lots of veggies and fiber rich foods alongside steak, there are
chances you will end up bloated.
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6.
High-quality vitamins
If you’re eating grass-fed beef, you will get high-quality vitamins as compared to any
other kind.
Grass-fed beef comes from the cattles, who were fed only grass or foraged foods throughout
their life.
Experts point out that eating grass-fed beef in moderate amounts is good for your health.
This is due to heart-friendly omega 3 fatty acid and lesser fat content.
There is conjugated linoleic acid in grass-fed beef.
Conjugated linoleic acid is thought to reduce the risk of cancers and other heart-related
issues.
7.
Increased level of cholesterol
Cholesterol is a waxy substance present in our blood, which helps to build healthy cells.
But excess cholesterol leads to an increased risk of cardiological disorders like stroke.
Red meat increases your cholesterol level.
And that’s not just us saying it.
Even experts have concluded this.
Studies have pointed out that high consumption of any type of meat, white or red, is the
culprit behind higher cholesterol levels.
Even eating lean meat every day is not advised if you have high cholesterol.
You can get your daily nutrients and proteins from non-meat sources such as vegetables,
legumes, whole grains, and dairy items.
They are good for your cardiac health as well as overall health.
8.
Dehydration
Although protein is necessary for your health and muscles, too much of it will flush out
fluids.
This happens because your body tries to get rid of extra nitrogen.
This causes dehydration in your body.
If you’re not drinking adequate amounts of water to compensate for the amount of protein
you’re consuming, you will notice dehydration symptoms like light-headedness, confusion,
and fatigue.
9.
Colorectal cancer
Regular consumption of red meat puts you at risk of getting colorectal cancer.
Colorectal cancer is the fourth most commonly diagnosed cancer in the world.
Experts list daily consumption of red meat as one of the probable causes of such cancers.
A study done to establish a direct correlation between high consumption of red meat and colorectal
cancer found clear links between the two.
There are also other variables at play like how the red meat was cooked.
Overall, eating red meat daily will put you at higher risk of getting colorectal cancer.
10.
Diabetes
Diabetes is a global problem often caused due to unhealthy lifestyle and improper diet.
A study conducted during 2018, found that nearly 11% of the total American population
has diabetes.
This includes people from every age-group.
Expert clinical scientists link a high intake of red meat and poultry with a significant
increase in the risk of developing diabetes.
This is due to the presence of a higher amount of heme iron in these meats.
A balanced diet comprising greens, meat, and protein is highly recommended to lead a healthy
and active life.
11.
Kidney stones
Did you know that at least 1 in 10 people suffer from kidney stones?
And boy, are they painful.
Only those who have them can tell you how severe they are!
Animal meat contains natural compounds called purines.
High purine intake leads to higher production of uric acid pressurising the kidney to excrete
more to get rid of it.
This in turn, leads to more acidic urine paving the way to uric acid stone formation.
Cutting down on red meat helps prevent kidney stones.
A healthy meal plan with fruits, greens and whole grains is recommended for healthy kidneys.
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