Red Meat and the Brain
Red meat contains 5 critical nutrients:
- Iron. Iron is provides fuel for brains. People low in iron may feel slow in mind,
- and body. Also, iron helps the carrying of oxygen in blood that our body cells need to make energy.
- Zinc. After iron, zinc is the second highest concentrated mineral in your brain. It's involved in virtually every job that brain cells do.
- Omega-3's. Omega-3s give shape and structure to the cell walls of your brain. They are the building blocks of your brain.
- Amino acids. Amino acids are needed to make the clever chemical messengers that allow your brain cells to talk to each other.
- Vitamin B12. B12 is a key ingredient in nerve fibres, helping them transmit their electrical signals ultra-quickly. B12 helps the thinking process.
Red Meat is an Amazing Food
Within Australia, red meat is the largest contributor of readily available iron and zinc in our diet. Is is also the second largest contributor of omega-3s. For everyday activities like memory, attentiveness and learning, we need sufficient iron and zinc. Red meat can help prevent iron and zinc deficiency, which can affect these functions. Enjoy red meat 3-4 times a week. It tastes delicious and it's the smart way to feed your brain and be part of a balanced diet.
Nutrition Charts
