Other Meats

In addition to beef, poultry, and fish, other meats are also potentially good sources of protein. Pork and lamb are popular meats, and recently meats such as buffalo and elk have appeared in some grocery stores. When choosing these meats, use the same guidelines as with beef and poultry—buy those that are organic or raised naturally at a local farm without corn feedings.

Wild game, including deer, rabbit, and game birds, is also another great source of protein. Wild-game meat is generally leaner but higher in essential fatty acids than domestic meats. While hunting your own meat is nearly ideal, there is a growing concern in some areas like the northeastern United States that the use of pesticides and other environmental chemicals has affected wild animals. But in general, wild game is much safer than store-bought meat.

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Generally avoid ground meat of any kind unless it has been freshly ground right before deep freezing or eating it. Ground meat is a haven for bacteria. If you like ground meat or have a recipe that requires it, it’s best to buy a large piece of meat and then grind it up just before cooking—most butchers, even those in large groceries, will do this for you. Also beware of other meats that have already been cut, such as sliced meat, chopped meat, and stew meat. Try to buy as large a piece of meat as possible and cut it yourself.

Processed meats can also be unhealthy. Most sausage, lunch meats, and other processed meats are not only ground but may also contain high amounts of sugar and chemicals that you want to avoid. However, it is possible to find organic bacon and hams that have been cured with honey and with no harmful chemicals.

The most nutritious parts of the animal to eat are the organs and glands. In our society, the liver is the most common organ food, with stomach, brains, kidneys, and others only rarely eaten. However, when a lion kills his prey, it’s the organs and glands that are first devoured. The muscle, what we refer to as the “meat,” is often left for the scavengers. Unfortunately, with our polluted environment, organ meats such as liver are becoming more dangerous since it’s the liver’s job to filter the blood and remove toxins from the body. If you enjoy liver and other organ and gland meats, be sure to find a reputable source.