Hey there, viewers. How’s your diet been lately? Full of hamburgers? How about steaks? Any veal?
Red meat is among the most popular foods in the world. But did you know that it can
be really unhealthy? I mean sure, it’s got some important nutrients. But red meat is
also associated with an increased risk of cancer. I think it’s about time you
cut back. Let’s talk about what happens to your body when you stop eating red meat.
Do you lose weight? Will your skin look better? What happens with your cholesterol?
Will you get an energy boost? We’re talking all that AND more…
Younger Looking Skin
Who’s that baby-face walking around?
After cutting red meat, you’ll notice that you have younger looking skin. You see,
a diet heavy on red meat slows down collagen production. Collagen is a protein that connects
your tissues. Along with strengthening your bones, you need collagen for healthy skin.
The more collagen in your system, the better structure your skin has.
Red meat contains a lot of saturated fats and cholesterol. Eating a steady diet of pork,
beef and other meats will cause inflammation. If there’s too much,
your skin isn’t going to produce enough collagen. This leads to your skin looking older.
If you’re cutting red meat, you’re giving your skin a break.
By replacing red meat with more veggies and fruit, you’re getting a lot more
vitamins and minerals. This will give your skin some much needed refreshment.
The vitamins will attack free radicals and stop your skin from degenerating.
What’s your favorite type of red meat? Is it unhealthy for you? Do you eat it all year round?
Sound off in the comment section and start a conversation with the Bestie community...
Weight Loss
Let me put it simply… If you cut red meat, you’re going to drop some pounds. You see, red meat
has a lot of calories. For example, a 100 gram serving of prime rib is 400. And think about all
the other things you are having along with that, especially the beers you’re probably chugging.
Even just a 3-ounce serving of beef can be 170 calories. Now this might not seem like
a whole lot, but if you’re eating red meat multiple times a day, it’s going to add up.
If you were to cut red meat out of your diet, you’d be doing your body a big favor.
I’m not saying you need to go on a vegetarian diet, but it can help.
I mean think about the nutrients you’d be getting that weren’t coming in before.
One study found that people who did the vegetarian diet lost more weight than people who ate meat.
If you’re willing to go the extra mile, vegans lose more weight than
vegetarians. This is done by cutting out other animal products like eggs and dairy.
Is that a little too dramatic? Well how about you focus on cutting out a little
red meat each day. See the difference it makes on the scale next time.
Less Nutrients
This is one of the downsides. When you cut red meat, you’ll increase your volume of certain
nutrients, and decrease in others. I mean sure, if you eat veggies as a replacement,
you’re going to get nutrients you missed out on. But red meats have their own nutrients.
Take lean beef for example. It’s got a ton of iron and zinc. These are both needed for
you to maintain your health. That’s why small amounts of beef are actually recommended. You
also have protein to think about. Did you know that beef is mainly composed
of protein? A 3-ounce serving of lean beef will carry 26 grams.
You need this protein to maintain your body and build muscle mass.
You also have to consider Vitamin B12. This vitamin is needed for blood flow,
as well as maintaining your brain and nervous system. Animals are the only good
dietary source of B12. So think about the proper supplements before dropping red meat entirely.
Longer Life Expectancy
Cutting out red meat will reduce your risk of disease. Not just any disease. I’m talking
about life threatening sickness. Multiple studies have been done
to show how too much red meat can hurt your chances of long life.
One piece of research saw subjects eat 3.5 servings of red meat every week for 8 years.
In the end, it was responsible for a 10% higher risk of death over the next eight years.
People who eat red meat, tend to die at a younger age than those who cut it. Red meat
can increase your risk of cancer, particularly colon cancer. Another study was done on people
who ate a ton of red meat every day. Eating as much as 76 grams a day was associated with a
20% greater risk of colorectal cancer. People who ate less than 21 grams a day were much better off.
If you’re not down to cut red meat out right away, at least cook it at a lower
temperature. Putting it on “high” can activate several different cancer-causing compounds.
This spells bad news for people with a history of bowel cancer in their family.
As for things like hot dogs and sausage, they contain nitrates. These chemicals
are often used as additives in your food. Unfortunately, they may help cause cancer.
Before we continue, are you looking to get in shape? Well you need to cut out the snacking,
or at least find alternatives. Check out our recent video on
11 Healthy Snacks That Can Help You Lose Weight.
Less Bloating
I mean sure, a fat steak might be delicious. But don’t you just hate the bloating you
feel afterwards? By cutting red meat, you’ll be giving your digestive system a much needed break.
After eating a fatty, protein-filled meal,
your stomach needs time to digest it. More time than for other foods. This is because
the protein is harder to break down. The fat you have just eaten is what causes
the bloating. This is also accompanied by indigestion, abdominal pain and gas.
If this is a regular problem, your best bet would be to stop eating red meat. Did you
know that vegetarians see less bloating? Now you’re going to feel some indigestion
at first. This is because your body is getting used to the new diet you’ve replaced it with.
You mainly have fiber to thank for this. Over time, your digestive system
will feel a lot better. Healthier gut bacteria will get rid of the bloating.
You Feel Less Acidic
Red meat produces a ton of acid. This is why you might feel heartburn after a large steak meal.
It’s due to all the protein and phosphorus the meat holds. Both red and processed meats contain
so much acid, your body will have a hard time digesting it all. Because there is so
much pressure on your stomach, acid will be pushed into the esophagus.
The acids will work their way up the esophagus and into the chest area.
This is where you get a burning sensation. Heartburn is both annoying and painful.
Sensitivity to acid can make your life a lot more difficult. High acidity in your
diet will interfere with things like your mental health and sleep schedule. By cutting red meat,
you’ll experience less acidity. Your body is able to process food quicker,
leaving you with less likely to feel heartburn.
If this isn’t a reason to lay off the red meat, I don’t know what is. Well, maybe my next point...
Energy Boost
Are you too tired to function? This is your body’s way of telling you to switch diets.
Dropping red meat will have you feeling refreshed. I’m talking about the kind of
energy boost you haven’t had in years. All of the things I mentioned about healthy nutrients
will contribute to this. You just have to be willing to replace red meat with healthier foods.
Don’t think for a second that you’re light on options. There are so many nutrient-dense
foods to choose from. I mean if you’re looking for some bulk, try some fatty
fish like salmon or tuna. You’ll get some amazing omega-3 fatty acids and Vitamin B12.
In the fruit and veggie department, you can choose things like bananas,
sweet potatoes, apples and avocados. With all that steak you’re eating,
you’ve probably missed out. You can also go for oatmeal, yogurt and hummus. These are
all foods that are easily available, and you should consider replacing red meat.
Your diet is like a puzzle. So many pieces have to come together if you want to get in shape.
Have I sparked your interest? Well here’s a couple more videos you should watch.
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Go ahead, click one. Better yet, watch both! Learn more about how you can stay healthy.
Have you ever cut red meat? How did it feel? Let us know in the comments below!