Nutrition: want to be healthy, eat pork!

December 12, 2019 / BIOON / -- Australians consume an average of nearly 100 kg of meat per person per year, making them one of the largest meat consumers in the world But statistics show that most Australians have poor diet In addition, red meat consumption increases greenhouse gas emissions, so it is crucial to balance taste preference, environmental protection and health benefits Now, researchers from the University of South Australia can reveal that using a new Mediterranean diet that suits local tastes can greatly improve health They have introduced a diet called Med pork, which involves two to three servings (250 grams) of fresh lean pork a week This formula can not only bring cognitive benefits to the brain, but also satisfy Western tastes and reduce greenhouse gas emissions (image source: www Pixabay Com) typical Mediterranean diet includes extra virgin olive oil, fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, beans, whole wheat bread, pasta and cereals, moderate consumption of fish and red wine, and small consumption of red meat, sweets and processed foods This study compared the cognitive effects of people aged 45-80 who were at risk of cardiovascular disease after using Med pork or low-fat diet, and found that the intervention effect of MED pork was better than that of low-fat diet Dr Alexandra Wade, a UniSA researcher, said the new med pork diet would offer multiple benefits to Australians every day "The Mediterranean diet is recognized as the world's healthiest diet, known for improving cardiovascular and cognitive health But in western culture, red meat restriction in diet may make it hard for people to insist By adding pork to the Mediterranean diet, we have increased the appeal of the diet and improved cognitive function According to the data of the World Health Organization (who), by 2050, the number of children aged 60 and above will be more than those under five, which makes common health problems related to aging stand out Who further statistics show that cardiovascular disease is the world's largest cause of death, and dementia is one of the main causes of disability and dependence of the world's elderly Source of information: have your health and eat eat too original source: Alexandra T Wade, Courtney R Davis, Kathryn A Dyer, Jonathan M Hodgson, Richard J Woodman, Hannah A D keage, Karen J Murphy A Mediterranean diet with fresh, Lean Pork Improves Processing Speed and Mood: Cognitive Findings from the MedPork Randomised Controlled Trial Nutrients , 2019; 11 (7): 1521 DOI: 10.3390/nu11071521