A study by the U.S. National Cancer Institute found that eating too much red meat "was associated with a modest increase in total mortality." The report was featured in the March 23, 2009 issue of the Archives of Internal Medicine.
Research shows that consumption of red meat could lead to a variety diseases including heart disease, cancer, Alzheimer's disease, and peptic ulcers. Red meat refers to meat that is red when it is raw, like beef. The meat in the study included beef, pork and processed meats.CNN: Want to Live Longer? Cut Back on Red Meat (March 23, 2009)
Cancer Prevention Recommendations
The American Institute of Cancer Research says that consuming less than 18 ounces of red meat per week can reduce the risk for developing cancer. Red meat is a good source of protein, iron, zinc and other minerals.CNN: Want to Live Longer? Cut Back on Red Meat (March 23, 2009)
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Red meat is meat that is red in the raw, uncooked state
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Study by the U.S. National Cancer Institute found that those who eat large amounts of red meat are at a higher risk of death
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The subjects filled out questionnaires about their diet and consumption of meatWashingtonPost.com: Daily Red Meat Raises Chances of Dying Early (March 24, 2009)
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People who eat red meat have a higher chance of developing high blood pressure and high cholesterol
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High blood pressure and cholesterol leads to heart disease
