Ray Peat on Meat

Nutrient Synergy in Diverse, Unprocessed Foods Instead of “Refined” Meat

“Since all nutrients work together, it is generally best to eat a variety of foods at every meal. Unprocessed foods provide a fairly broad range of nutrients. People sometimes forget that meat, in this sense, is a refined food: it does not contain all the nutrients needed to make an animal.”

Nutrition For Women

American Eating Habits Lead to Deterioration of Bones and Teeth

“Almost all Americans have porous, weakened bones and teeth by the age of 50 due to the large amount of meat eaten relative to other foods. When excess phosphate (for example from meat or wheat germ) is consumed, calcium and magnesium are leached from teeth and bones to be excreted along with the phosphate.”

Nutrition For Women

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