New checkoff-funded research adds to growing evidence that fresh beef can play a role in a healthy, sustainable diet without contributing to obesity. While animal-sourced foods such as red meat often are linked to weight concerns, Texas Tech University researchers found no significant effect of unprocessed red meat intake on weight gain or related metabolic issues in adults.
Led by Nikhil Dhurandhar, chair of the Department of Nutritional Sciences, the team conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis of 19 human clinical trials.