Meat and Milk Are Nutrient Dense
Animals can utilize nutrients and energy from food that humans cannot digest . Beef cattle , dairy cattle , pigs , sheep , and other animals convert and utilize energy to produce food ( meat and milk ) that humans benefit from . Meat and milk are nutrient dense meaning they provide more nutrients our bodies need than they provide in calories . These foods are full of protein along with essential vitamins and minerals . Many of the nutrients found in meat and milk cannot be found in other foods .
Beef provides our bodies with essential nutrients like protein for muscle strength , vitamin B12 for brain function and energy , zinc for a strong immune system , and iron to carry oxygen
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Pork has many beneficial nutritious qualities . Pork is naturally low in sodium and a good source of potassium - two nutrients that when eaten together can help regulate blood
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Lamb is naturally nutrient rich . It ' s packed with many essential nutrients . Lamb is an excellent source of protein , zinc , selenium , riboflavin , niacin , vitamin B12 , and vitamin B6 . Eating lamb supports a strong immune system . On average , a 3 ounce serving of lamb is lean and has only 160 calories .
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Dairy products like milk , cheese , and yogurt each contain 13 essential nutrients your body needs . They contain protein , calcium , and vitamin B12 . These nutrients help muscle , bones and teeth , and the nervous system stay strong and healthy . Also , protein , zinc ,
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selenium , and vitamins A and D are found in every cup of milk and help support a healthy immune system .
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