Kenya is no doubt a meat-loving nation as evidenced by the thriving nyama choma businesses across the country.
However, red meat can contain high amounts of saturated fat, which is linked to increased risk of cardiovascular diseases, obesity, and diabetes.
In addition, red meat consumption has been linked to an increased risk of diabetes, cancer and even early death so its best to reduce your intake of red meat.
There are some advantages of cutting out red meat and below are some of the things that happen to your body if you stop eating nyama choma.
You may lose weight
Red meat has a lot of calories and reducing the consumption will lead to a lower number on the weighing scale.
You will feel less bloated
If you feel bloated and gassy a lot, red meat could be one of the culprits as it is digested slowly leading to constipation, abdominal pain, and increased levels of gas in the body.
“We need a healthy heart, a healthy digestive system, and a healthy mind and body for good energy,” advises Sally Warren, PhD, traditional naturopath at Metro Integrative Pharmacy.
Reduces your risk of colon or bowel cancer
“Diets high in saturated fat have been associated with increased inflammation within the body, and chronic inflammation has been linked to the development of cancer,” said Warren.