| Q&A: Where's The Beef? |
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| by Diet Detective Editorial Staff | |
| Saturday, 08 July 2006 | |
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Q: Can I lose weight and still include red meat in my diet? A: There is no "perfect food" - nor is there one food that should be avoided altogether. Red meat does have saturated fat and cholesterol, as do chicken, turkey, pork and fish. However, beef is a great source of iron, zinc, B vitamins, and it's also a high-quality source of protein. The reason red meat has a bad rap is not because of the beef itself, but because of the way it's included in our diets. Super-sized burgers and 16 oz. steaks have become the norm...along with a general overconsumption of high calorie, high fat foods. But, with just a few simple changes, red meat can be incorporated into a healthy diet. Start by buying the leanest cut available, typically eye of round or round tip. The "select" grade is lower in fat than "choice" or "prime." When purchasing ground beef, always buy "lean." Trimming the fat off the meat can also save a considerable amount of fat and calories. Avoid huge portions (the average in the United States being over 8 oz.) and stick with the recommended 3 oz. serving, roughly the size of a deck of cards.
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