Which Types of Meat are Healthiest?

By :- Kate, On February 28, 2013 in ::-Uncategorized

It’s no secret that the key for healthy, lean bodies is food low in fat and sugar. However, there are a few natural foods which have healthy fats and proteins. As a result meat is both delicious and healthy, and if you know how to make the right decisions you will surely have the body that you’ve always dreamt of. Even if the vegan lifestyle has become very popular, and it condemns people who eat meat, a recent study has shown that as long as you don’t abuse de quantities you eat, you can eat everything you want. Let’s take a look at some types of meat:

  1. Turkey

You don’t have to save yourself for Thanksgiving, because turkey is probably one of the healthiest types of meat. It has tryptophan, a nutrient which makes you feel satiety and hormones which help you sleep better and be happier. It might sound funny, but this substance actually activates two types of hormones in our bodies which are responsible for our general wellbeing, and which help us sleep better.

  1. Salmon

Once it was extremely popular, now not so much because its price has continued to climb. It is healthy, everybody knows it, however, people should know just how healthy this meat is. Doctors advise people not to eat salmon too often because it is very rich in fat acids, Omega 3, and antioxidants, which protect the body from cardiovascular diseases, but if eaten in excess, can cause certain problems.

  1. Beef

Natural steaks with fat and fiber, made from only the best meat of animals are the most pleasant choice. Beef is healthy and full of important nutrients like vitamin B12, Iron, Phosphor, vitamin B2 and Selenium. You should look for the leaner pieces though, because fat meat isn’t very good for the cholesterol levels.

  1. Chicken

As long as you take the skin off, chicken is a great source of protein, iron and vitamins. This type of meat can be eaten under the form of soups, and it will ensure the necessary levels of fat and substances to protect yourself from flues and common viruses. Remember that the optimal quantity of meat for one day should be 160 grams in a normal diet of 2000 calories a day.

 

It is true that many people say we have to make great sacrifices in order to lose weight or maintain our silhouettes, but the truth is that as long as you know how, when and how much you can eat, it is all up to you. Don’t starve yourself anymore, and embrace your life as it is. Try to make small changes day by day and learn to love and accept your body.