Red Meat and Poultry Shopping

When you shop for meat, choose wisely.

Seafood and fish contain the healthy oils we need. Fish should have a fresh smell and firm flesh.

Read the labels of packaged red meats, some may be "enhanced" with injected water, flavorings, and preservatives that you don't need.

Poultry is often a good choice, but remember that grocery store birds usually have a lot of fat.

Meat color is not the best indicator of it's freshness. Pay attention to the odor and the feel of the meat.

It should smell fresh, and not be sticky or slimy. Check the date on the label as well.

You may wish to check out the local butcher shops. Look for shops that carry organic meats, or at least meat from animals that were raised on grass or free-range.

If your grocery store has a bakery, chose real whole grain breads, not white breads. Leave the pastries alone. Stay away from the snack aisle and the soda aisle.

did you know?

When a source of Vitamin C (orange, lemon, grapefruit, strawberry, tomato, potato, etc.) is eaten with meat or cooked dry beans, the body makes better use of the iron in the protein food.