Is chicken healthier than beef? New study reopens debate on their health effects

TL;DR

A study published in 'Current Developments in Nutrition' questions the widely held belief that chicken is healthier than beef.
Researchers from Indiana University and the Illinois Institute of Technology found no significant metabolic differences between lean beef and chicken consumption in adults with prediabetes.
The study analyzed blood glucose, insulin sensitivity, cholesterol, and cardiometabolic risk markers.
Factors like the cut of meat, fat content, animal feed, and preparation method are more important than classifying meat as 'white' or 'red'.
Lean beef can offer comparable fat profiles to skinless chicken and provides important nutrients like heme iron and vitamin B12.
The study emphasizes that overall dietary patterns, including fruits, vegetables, fiber, physical activity, and caloric balance, are critical for metabolic health.

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