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Why you should not stop eating meat
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There are actually a lot of vitamins in meat, including vitamin B3 and vitamin B12. (Shutterstock/-)
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eing healthy is great, where some people are trying to be so by becoming a vegetarian. But for those who choose not to embark on such a path, rejoice, as eating meat is really not that bad for you. And here's several reasons why you should not stop savoring it.
Most of us are omnivores
Since the prehistoric era, humans were born as omnivores and we have been fine for a long time. Being a vegetarian is a good thing, but holding the status as an omnivore should not be something to be ashamed of.
Meat contains nutrients
It's true, meat actually makes you healthy and fills you with the energy you need. There are a lot of vitamins in meat, including vitamin B3 and vitamin B12. Don't forget that meat also contains protein, which is good for strengthening your bones. And can you guess what is the best source of good quality protein? Yup, it's meat.
(Read also: Where to enjoy all-you-can-eat Korean BBQs in Jakarta)
It's not a source of disease
There are lots of articles on the internet suggesting that meat is bad for you and causes disease. Some of them might be true, but most of them are inaccurate as many researchers have denied these claims.
Avoiding meat doesn't make you instantly healthy
Yes, being a vegetarian is a great thing, but turning into a vegetarian because you heard that meat is not a good thing to eat is a little bit presumptuous. If you want to be healthy, you can start by altering some other habit like exercising or to stop smoking. If you can balance your way of life for the sake of your health, consuming meat regularly is not going to be a big deal.
Steak is one of the greatest meals in the world
Steak is one meaty example of the world's culinary delicacies. From children to the elderly, fans of steak come from any age bracket. Delicious and guaranteed to make your belly happy, steak also provides a convenient choice for lunch or dinner. (kes)
