One Man’s Meat is Another Man’s Poison

This article was syndicated from: Laurel on Health Food

One Man’s Meat is Another Man’s Poison

This weekend I listened to two equally convincing speakers. The first presentation made the case for meat and dairy. It proved that they are crucial to maintaining good health and getting the nutrition your body needs. The second presentation talked about heart disease, cholesterol, and obesity. The speaker proved that the only cure is a vegan diet. Each speaker was intelligent and presented their findings with compelling research. In a nutshell, I was confused.

So, who has it right? It’s easy to get confused when everyone is telling you something different about the best and worst foods to eat. Here’s what I took from them both.

Do what’s best for you. One man’s meat is another man’s poison. A vegan lifestyle may work great for your friend or family member, but it could make you feel sick or weak. Same idea for meat and dairy.

There are a few things both speakers agreed on. Eat more whole foods as they exist in nature. Reach for vegetables, fruits, whole grains, nuts, and grass-fed/antibiotic free meats and dairy, etc. Avoid eating anything processed, enriched, chemicalized, or backed by a marketing campaign. Be aware of the ingredients in your food. If you can’t pronounce it or don’t know what it is, you have no way of knowing what effect it will have on your body, your emotions, and your overall wellness.

Listen to your body (not your mind)…it will lead you in the right direction.