You know the Paleo diet is all about red meat, and buffalo is full of red meat goodness, so of course it fits into a Paleo lifestyle. OK, so Paleo isn’t actually all about eating red meat. What just appreciate the fact that, not only is it not detrimental to our health, there are actually a number of health benefits to making red meat a part of our diet.
A Nutrient-Dense Food
Buffalo, in particular, is an excellent source of protein, iron, and omega 3 fat. Although omega 3 is a type of polyunsaturated fat (which we normally avoid), it conveys a number of health benefits, most of which are associated with its anti-inflammatory effects. The Standard American Diet has gotten much too high in polyunsaturated fats in recent years, particularly omega 6 fats, which are inflammatory. In order to stay healthy, we need to maintain the proper balance between omega 3 and omega 6 fats, which usually means eating them in at least a 1:1 ratio.
Mark Sisson has a number of reasons to eat buffalo and other unusual foods.
