These days, we often assume that a vegetarian diet is much healthier than one that includes meat. But when we consider a balanced diet with meat incorporated, how true is this assumption? We know about the environmental issues regarding the industrialized farming of meat, and the ethical issues surrounding slaughterhouses and the like.
Now, we are also faced with the most comprehensive research evidence to date showing a connection between red meat consumption and an increased risk of type 2 diabetes.
The discussion around eating meat is very politicized, and can quickly and unintentionally become a discussion about morality. To learn the facts about health and health alone, click through this gallery.