Meat is king, according to the U.S. government. The new dietary guidelines encourage people to consume red meat regularly, and illustrations of steak and ground beef sit prominently at the top of the food pyramid.
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has said he only eats meat and fermented foods – and has even alluded to the idea that eating this way can drastically reduce fat in the body. Is that actually true?
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In a review of past research in Nutrients, researchers noted that people who consume less processed foods, sugar, saturated fats and alcohol have significantly lower levels of visceral fat. It doesn’t say anything about eating red meat that is high in saturated fat.
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Beyond consuming too much saturated fat, there are other problems with eating mostly meat and not much else. One of the biggest issues is that people may miss out on important nutrients. Fruits, vegetables, whole grains and legumes are all good sources of fiber, an important nutrient with extensive health benefits, such as supporting a healthy gut microbiome, regulating blood sugar and keeping digestion regular.
