This Is Hands Down the Worst Type of Meat for Gut Health, According to a Gastroenterologist
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Key Points:
- Gut health now ranks alongside heart and brain health, encompassing digestion, microbiome balance, inflammation, immune function, and nutrient absorption, all influenced by diet.
- Ultra-processed meats high in saturated fats, such as bacon, sausage, and pepperoni, negatively impact gut health by delaying gastric emptying, increasing stomach acidity, and contributing to intestinal inflammation and higher colorectal cancer risk.
- Preservatives, additives, nitrites, and nitrates in processed meats exacerbate gut inflammation and microbiome imbalance, potentially triggering chronic digestive conditions like irritable bowel syndrome.
- Lean, minimally processed meats like poultry and fish are better for gut health due to lower saturated fat content and, in the case of fish, beneficial Omega-3 fatty
