Your cholesterol levels may drop
Cut out red meat and you’ll reduce the amount of saturated fats, which have been linked to higher cholesterol levels. The American Heart Association recommends getting no more than five to six per cent of your daily calories from saturated fat.
This balance reduces the risk of having high cholesterol, which can lead to the buildup of plaque in artery walls, says Warren. “This buildup is called atherosclerosis, which can lead to coronary artery disease (CAD), heart attack, stroke, or transient ischemic attack (TIA) and peripheral arterial disease, says Warren.
While high cholesterol can be linked to your genes, trimming out red meat will go a long way toward helping reduce your body’s levels.
