21/08/2026
Red meat sometimes gets a bad reputation, but when enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet, it provides several important nutrients….
1. High quality proteins to support muscle growth, maintenance, & repair
2. Iron that is readily absorbed by the body and helps transport oxygen
3. Vitamin B12 to support healthy red blood cells and the nervous system
4. Zinc to support normal immune function and healing
5. Selenium to help protect cells from oxidative stress
The key is balance! Choose good quality, less processed meat, serve it alongside plenty of vegetables, and enjoy it as part of a varied diet.
UK guidance recommends that anyone regularly eating more than 90g of red and processed meat per day should reduce their average intake to around 70g instead.
You don’t have to be extreme when it comes to food, you just need to choose quality, understand what you are eating, and give your body the right nutrients it needs.