Sins of the flesh: If meat isn't so good for you, how do you get healthy protein? from the Harvard Men's Health Watch
New research from the Harvard School of Public Health indicates that daily helpings of red meat—especially processed red meats like cold cuts and hot dogs—can shorten your life. If that's the case, what are other foods you should choose to get the protein you need? The June 2012 Harvard Men's Health Watch has some answers.
By replacing part of your meat intake with fish, poultry, nuts, beans, and other healthy sources of protein, you can substantially reduce your chance of dying prematurely.
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