Red meat
A study led by Clinical Sciences professor Koh Woon Puay at Duke-NUS Medical School revealed that eating more red meat and poultry is associated with a significantly higher risk of developing diabetes. This is due to the presence of saturated fats, cholesterol, and iron in red meat, all of which have been linked to an increased risk of type 2 diabetes.
A Harvard School of Public Health meta-analysis revealed that daily consumption of red meat was associated with a 19% increased risk of type 2 diabetes. Diabetics should also limit or avoid high-fat cuts of meat, such as plain ground beef, hot dogs, sausage, and bacon, due to their high saturated fat content.
Meat, on the other hand, may be a fantastic source of protein and other nutrients when it comes to controlling your health and wellbeing. Beef contains protein as well as important vitamins and minerals such as iron, zinc, and vitamin B12.
Eat a well-balanced diet rich in fiber, fruits, and vegetables, and limit your intake of red and processed meat, as well as salt, to stay healthy. Diabetes.org.uk recommends no more than 70g of red or processed meat per day. A typical meal comprises about 100g of minced beef. Use less meat and experiment with beans or vegetables instead. Fish is another great alternative.
