Red Meat
Cancer prevention guideline emphasizes more physical activity, less meat and alcohol
An updated American Cancer Society guideline increases the amount of weekly physical activity recommended to reduce cancer risk.
Processed, unprocessed meats slightly increase all-cause mortality, CVD risks
Eating more processed meat, unprocessed red meat and poultry, but not fish, was associated with a slightly increased risk for cardiovascular disease, according to a study published in JAMA Internal Medicine. Processed meat and unprocessed meat were also associated with a slight increased risk for all-cause mortality.
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No need for adults to eat less red meat, new guidelines say
Most people do not need to reduce the amount of red and processed meat that they eat, according to new guidelines published in the Annals of Internal Medicine. The recommendations run contrary to previous findings.
Eating more plant-based protein lowers mortality risk
Increased plant protein intake lowers the risk for overall and cardiovascular mortality, according to a study published in JAMA Internal Medicine.
Switching red meat for poultry may lower breast cancer risk
Replacing red meat with poultry may lower the risk for breast cancer, according to study results published in the International Journal of Cancer.