Red meat

Buffalo (water buffalo)

Written by the VitaWhat editorial team · Medically reviewed by Steve Davis · Last reviewed 19 July 2026 · Editorial policy

Lean red meat popular in Asia and for mozzarella dairy.

Effect on the body: provides beef-like iron and protein with less fat, a leaner red-meat choice.

Benefits

  • Iron
  • Protein
  • B12
  • Lower fat than beef

Pros

  • Leaner than beef
  • Lower in cholesterol

Cons

  • Less widely available
  • Can be tough

Sources & references

  1. WHO — Q&A on red/processed meat
  2. British Nutrition Foundation

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