These Food Myths Make You Gain Weight

RED MEAT IS BAD FOR YOU

Contrary to popular belief, red meat can be good for you. ‘It’s full of protein, iron, zinc, and B vitamins,’ says nutritionist and holistic health coach, Jennifer Silverman. ‘Did you know, you need to eat 3.5 cups of kidney beans to get as much protein as 6 ounces of grass-fed beef will provide?’ She says it’s important to always aim for grass-fed and let your meat serve as a condiment on your plate (3 to 7 ounces). ‘Organic vegetables should make up the rest.’