Beef

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Beef is meat from full-grown cattle (cows) of about two years old or above. Meat from younger cattle is referred to as veal. There are at least 250 breeds of beef cattle, but most of the beef we eat comes from a much smaller selection of breeds. Some of the breeds you might be familiar with include Angus, Brahman, Wagyu, Hereford, and Brahman. Alongside mutton, venison, and lamb, beef is categorized as red meat. This is a term we use to refer to the meat of mammals, which contains higher amounts of iron than chicken or fish. And of course, you can usually tell by the color of the meat itself too. There are many different cuts of beef available, but they are generally broken into four areas: forequarter, breast, back, and hindquarter. In different countries, some cuts have different names than others. In addition to the usual beef cuts like steaks and ribs, beef is commonly ground up to make mince or patties. Processed beef products include things like sausages and corned beef. Is beef healthy? Red meat often has a bad reputation, but it does depend on the type of beef. Fresh, lean meat like fillet steak and extra-lean ground beef contain vitamins and minerals and are iron-rich. It’s also a good source of protein. When consumed in moderation, it can certainly form part of a healthy diet.