What Meats Not to Eat on a Diet

According to recent statistics, chances are you eat meat. Well, it doesn't take a scientist and a hefty grant to realize that the majority of humans are omnivores- eaters of both meat and vegetables. In recent days meat has gotten a lot of bad publicity for some of its drawbacks. The obesity epidemic, the increasing probability of colon cancer, and the loss of a stable vitamin rich diet have been attributed to some bad choices of frequently chosen meats. Just which meats are you best off keeping off your plate at meals?

Bacon is usually the very first to get the physician's frown and shake of the head. Surprising? No. Bacon isn't particularly beneficial to the body, it practically swims in grease, and it's consider the cause of death by some people. Two strips in the morning might not kill you, but you'll probably be feeling guilty over the rest of the day.

The main concern about bacon is that what it lacks in being filling, it makes up for in being unhealthy- a bad equation. As an alternative to stacking up your plate with bacon, you should select a plate of toast and eggs to supplement the filling nature of the meal.

Pork is another contender for worst meat to eat in abundance. Greasy, fatty, and addictive for many, pork is a dinner meat that's been plaguing the cravings of dieting men and women. Unlike bacon, pork tends to be succulent and less likely to be frowned upon in bulk. It also doesn't carry the negative social stigma that bacon does. A good substitute for pork is beef, in a lesser of two evils sort of way. Beef is generally less greasy and the proteins gained are more valuable to the human body.

Chicken can be a touchy subject for dieting people, but only because it depends entirely upon how it is prepared. Fried chicken, while easily the most popular, is also takes the harshest toll on the body. It can be extremely tempting to stop at KFC, Popeye's, or Church's and grab a bucket of fried chicken on the way home. The temptation comes not only from the generally inexpensive price, but also the quantity obtained. The portions are measured in buckets, for goodness sake. The best alternative is baked chicken, which isn't soaked in grease like its cousin.

Fish is generally considered a great choice for dieters as well as the general public. It's fairly healthy, is inexpensive for the most part, and is so-called 'brain food'. If your fish was swimming in a vat of oil when cooked, you're even better off. Stay away from the fried fish in favor of baked or roasted and you'll be fine. Remember to factor in fiber intake when contemplating what substitutes you should select for each meal.

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Eating Animals - Jonathan Foer