Scientist Once Again Debunk The Argument Surrounding Red Meat

 

For years – or at least the past few decades – consumers have been warned against having too much saturated fat in their diets.

The reason: One study, published in the 1970’s, showed a very casual relationship between saturated fat and an increased risk for heart disease.

And this casual risk furthered the use and production of partially-hydrogenated oils and low-fat diets as a way to reduce the risk for heart disease.

However, did this do more bad than good?

Low-Fat Diets and Obesity

If you look at our society today, there are many people who are considered overweight or obese by the body mass index standard.

In fact, many states across the country boast high overweight or obese populations compared to their thin counterparts.

And this has led many people to adopt low-fat diets in order to fight back against the protruding belly that currently hangs over their belts.

But here’s the thing about low-fat diets: When you eliminate something from a food product – in this case fat – you need to replace that ingredient with something else in order to maintain the texture, consistency, and smoothness in order to make it more palatable – especially to children and fussy eaters.

And the main ingredient most people use: Sugar or additives.

This maintains the calorie content, plus, it makes the texture and taste of the product appealing to everyone.

But, as you may have heard, sugar is now the ingredient that could lead to adverse health reactions, fat gain, and the development of many different chronic diseases – including heart disease.

So, what about saturated fat?  Doesn’t it lead to heart disease?

Well, let’s take a look at the research…

Saturated Fat and Heart Disease

For years, saturated fat was to blame for the rise in heart disease and heart attack-related deaths.

However, were they wrong?

According to a new commentary by some leading cardiologists, they may have been!

You see, since the flawed study back in the 1970’s, the use of partially-hydrogenated oils have risen dramatically as a way to replace saturated fats with a “healthier” type of fat.

And a healthier type of diet!

But, studies show that replacing saturated fats with carbohydrates (low-fat diets)  – especially refined carbohydrates – may increase your cholesterol, triglycerides, and other unhealthy markers for heart disease.

Plus, replacing saturated fat with omega-6 fatty acids (partially-hydrogenated oils) may be just as bad. Omega-6 fatty acids may be mainly found in vegetables oils and other types of oils.

This type of fat, once processed in the gut, may increase your inflammation levels, which could pose a significant risk for heart disease.

Now, I know that research may seem like it was so long ago…and it was.

But just this week, a panel of experts from around the world, have presented some SHOCKING findings.

They have determined, from careful analysis, that excluding red meat and pork, did not offer any positive health benefits.

In fact, they said the health benefits were so small, that it should never have warranted a ban on red meat consumption.

Their current recommendations are as follows:

“They say that its ok to maintain your current consumption of red meat—meaning whatever amount you’re currently eating.”

Take Home Message

Saturated fat was once thought to significantly increase your risk for having a heart attack.

However, the myth behind saturated fat may not be true.

In fact, studies show that sugar and omega-6 fatty acids may pose a much greater risk to your heart than saturated fat does.

If you want to improve your health, you should eat saturated fat in moderation, avoid foods high in sugar, and avoid processed meats.

This could protect your heart and reduce your risk for heart disease.

READ:
How To Reduce Your Risk For Having A Heart Attack?

 

 

 

 

References:

https://www.foodnavigator.com/Science-Nutrition/Sat-fat-linked-to-increased-levels-of-dangerous-abdominal-fat