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The short answer is yes!
Often when people talk about the nutritional value of beef and lamb it is often restricted to protein and iron, but there is so much more to it.
Beef and lamb provide more than protein and iron, with a unique nutrition package including B vitamins, zinc, selenium, vitamin D, monounsaturated fat and all essential amino acids.
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Red meat is a rich and easily absorbed source of protein, iron, zinc & vitamin B12, essential for all, especially children, adolescents, pregnant women, athletes & older adults.
Whether it’s your energy levels, your focus at work or school, your immunity to ills and chills, growth and maintenance of our muscles, the health of bones, teeth, hair and nails, fertility, or simply helping your family stay fit and healthy, including a some red meat in your diet can go a long way in helping you reach your goals.
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