Red meat consumption has long been associated with increased risk of diseases, such as heart attack and stroke. A new study suggests that meat may not be so bad after all. Nevertheless, Dr. Stephen Kopecky, a Mayo Clinic cardiologist, says that limiting red meat in your diet is still important for heart health. 4 окт. 2019 г.
Is red meat healthy for your heart?
Red meat is a great source of protein and nutrients such as iron, zinc and vitamin B. But, research from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine and Cornell University suggests that consuming red and processed meat increases your risk of heart disease and death.
Does red meat damage your heart?
The research, published in JAMA Internal Medicine, found that a higher intake of processed meat, unprocessed red meat, or poultry was associated with a small increased risk of coronary heart disease, stroke, heart failure, and death related to heart and circulatory disease.
Why can't heart patients eat red meat?
Trimethylamine N-oxide (TMAO) is a dietary byproduct that is formed by gut bacteria during digestion. The chemical is derived in part from nutrients that are abundant in red meat. High saturated fat levels in red meat have long been known to contribute to heart disease, the leading cause of death in the United States.
How often should a heart patient eat red meat?
Try to limit your red meat consumption to 1 to 2 serving per week, which is 6 ounces or less per week. If you have heart disease or high cholesterol, the recommendation is to limit red meat to less than or equal to 3 ounces per week.
More useful articles on a similar topic 👇
Can people with heart problems eat red meat?Do hamburgers clog arteries?
