Which meat is healthier: pork or beef

22.11.2023 13:52

Many doctors believe that meat is an important part of the modern human diet.

Nutritionists complement this opinion by saying that health is ensured by a varied and balanced diet.

Meat contains vitamins, minerals, amino acids and other nutrients.

Let's figure out which meat is better to eat - beef or pork.

Benefits of Beef and Pork

Beef has a rich mineral composition. It contains a lot of zinc, sodium, magnesium, calcium, phosphorus and iron.

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This meat is suitable for people with anemia, pregnant and nursing mothers, teenagers and athletes. Beef contains iron in the heme form, which allows it to be absorbed by 30%.

As for pork, it contains less iron, but more vitamin B3, which is important for the nervous system.

This product will also contain more vitamin B1, which improves digestion and skin condition. Vitamin B6 promotes better absorption of proteins. Pork also contains selenium and phosphorus.

Author: Dmitry Liskovich Internet resource editor