Is grass-fed meat really better?
As a health professional with an interest in nutrition I always wondered if grass-fed beef was better than consuming conventional meat. I have read that the main benefit of eating grass-fed as opposed to grain-fed was in the concentration of healthy fats, specifically Omega-3s. Omega-3 and 6 fatty acids are polyunsaturated fats essential for the promotion of health and prevention of disease. (1) Research shows that Omega-6 are known to be pro-inflammatory while Omega-3 are more anti-inflammatory. (2)
Thousands of studies have demonstrated evidence in support of these fatty acids in the restoration of health. According to Dr. James Chestnut, a Chiropractor and educator, if Omega-3s are essential for proper cellular function, and cellular function determines our health, then Omega 3 is required to achieve proper function. Wild caught fish is an excellent way to consume Omega-3 but the reality is most diets do not incorporate enough fish and toxicity in our ecosystem plays a factor in obtaining a clean source. Therefore, supplementation may be necessary in this case. For a video about the perfect supplement for recovery, wellness, prevention and performance click here: https://youtu.be/VKH_XCGcRJg
This distinction is important when health professionals manage conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and other inflammatory diseases for example. Having a diet high in…
