Biruk Baye

@birukbaye · 10 Dec 2021

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Is ground beef healthy?

Ground beef is not healthy food. The protein in beef has been well-documented to have adverse health effects, including increasing the risk of heart disease.

The fat content in ground beef can also lead to cholesterol problems, weight gain, and diabetes. Ground beef should not be eaten regularly!

Here are some other things you may want to know about ground beef:
-Did you know that if you're cooking with ground beef or other meat products there are three different ways that bacteria can get into your meal?
-Did you know that there are 12 different types of meat besides ground-up meat? These meats include pork, poultry (chicken), and seafood (shrimp).
-Did you know that just like other foods, ground beef can vary widely in its nutritional value?
-Did you know that a hamburger is more than just ground-up meat?

A hamburger also includes bread, lettuce, tomatoes, and mayo. According to the USDA, there are many healthier choices when it comes to creating a burger.

Since you've read this far, here are some things we think you should know:

Instead of eating ground beef regularly, try using other protein options. Tuna is one of our favorite choices! Ground turkey or chicken can be used instead.

Try using tuna or chicken in place of ground beef for your salads. Instead of making meatloaf with ground beef, try making it with turkey, chicken, or turkey sausage.

Ground beef does not taste good in everything! Check the nutritional information on the packages of ground beef you buy before purchasing. You can often find this label right on the package, which will show how many calories, fat, and protein are in each serving size.

If you're looking for ground beef that has less fat, pay attention to the percentage of fat the ground beef has. The lower the number, the less fat there will be in each serving.

The lower the fat content the better! Try to stick to ground beef that has less than 10% fat content. Another way you can decrease your risk of eating high-fat ground beef is by opting for leaner cuts like sirloin tips, top round, and flat iron steaks.

Here are some foods that you can eat instead of ground beef:
-Tuna is a good low-fat choice. There are several ways you can use tuna including tuna salad and tuna casserole.

We also like to add it to noodle dishes and pasta salads. Try adding tuna to your favorite homemade recipe instead of ground beef! You'll enjoy eating this healthy protein without all the fat.

-Chicken is another great alternative to ground beef. You can use chicken in place of ground beef in many recipes such as tacos, stir fry dishes, and soups.