Beef Is Good for You. Period.
- Debra Gayheart
- Feb 27
- 2 min read
There’s a lot of nonsense floating around about beef. Some folks act like eating a steak is the same as chain-smoking a pack of unfiltered Camels. Let’s cut through the noise—real beef is good for you, and here’s why.
1. It’s Packed With Protein (And Not the Fake Kind)
Beef is one of the best sources of complete protein, meaning it has everything your body needs to build muscle, repair tissue, and keep you running strong. If you’re living off protein shakes and tofu, I’ve got bad news—that’s not the same thing.
2. It’s Loaded With the Good Stuff
Beef isn’t just protein; it’s full of vitamins and minerals that keep your body functioning properly.
• Iron – Keeps your blood oxygenated so you don’t feel like a walking corpse.
• Zinc – Boosts your immune system so you don’t catch every cold that comes your way.
• B12 – Keeps your brain sharp and your energy up, which is why vegetarians are always tired (kidding… mostly).
3. It’s Not What’s Killing You
People love blaming beef for everything from heart disease to bad knees. Here’s the deal—real, ranch-raised beef isn’t the problem. The problem is ultra-processed junk food, sodas, and sitting on your ass all day.
Plus, if you eat high-quality beef from a rancher you trust (hint: that’s us), you’re getting meat without all the fillers, hormones, and mystery ingredients you find in grocery store stuff.
4. It Helps Keep Blood Sugar in Check
Unlike that muffin you had for breakfast, beef won’t spike your blood sugar and leave you crashing two hours later. It’s naturally low in carbs and keeps you full longer, so you’re not raiding the fridge every hour.
5. You Know What You’re Eating
When you buy beef from Round 2 Cattle Company, you know exactly what’s on your plate—real meat, raised the right way. No fillers, no nonsense, just good, honest beef that actually tastes like something.
Want to eat better without overthinking it? Buy from us and get yourself some quality beef. Your body (and your taste buds) will thank you.
1. U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) – “Beef Nutritional Information”
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2. National Institutes of Health (NIH) – “Iron and Its Role in Human Health”
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3. National Institutes of Health (NIH) – “Vitamin B12 and Its Benefits”
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4. Journal of the American College of Nutrition – “The Role of Protein in Weight Management”
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5. Mayo Clinic – “Lean Protein and Heart Health”
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