4 myths about pork interesting nutritional option

 

There are many popular sayings around pork that raise questions among consumers about whether to eat it or not. Traditionally it has been considered as "the fattest", in comparison with that of chicken, fish or cow. This, in many cases, ends up discarding an interesting nutritional option.  

"When choosing certain foods there are many popular sayings that surround them and that, sometimes, confuse and make you doubt whether to consume them or not and in what quantities," says Dr. Virginia Busnelli (MN 110351), a physician specializing in nutrition, and adds that you have to start by "challenging those installed sayings to find out, really, what are the attributes of each food."

Myth: It's very greasy.

"This is not the case, since 65 percent of the fat in the pork is removed during the cutting process and what remains is 70 percent polyunsaturated fat (good) and only 30 percent saturated ( bad), "says Dr. Busnelli.

Myth: It does not provide nutrients

"Totally false because, in addition to protein, pork is rich in vitamins B1 and B3, essential for the functioning of the heart and nervous system and also to keep the skin in good condition. In addition, due to its dose of phosphorus, strengthens bones and generates energy in cells. It is also rich in iron, important to reduce or prevent anemia, and vitamin B12 which is essential for the normal functioning of the brain, the nervous system and for the formation of blood and various proteins ", indicates the nutritionist doctor.

Myth: it hurts the heart

"Pork contains a higher percentage of polyunsaturated or 'good' fat than beef, which helps lower blood cholesterol levels and reduces the factors that favor the accumulation of fat in the arteries (atherosclerosis)" says Dr. Busnelli.

Myth: If you take medication, they always forbid it

"As for the prohibition of the medical community, it is scientifically proven that this has no reason to be and it is not true that it is always prohibited. Pork provides the necessary nutrients that help recovery and it is false that it favors infections ", explains the specialist.

Keep in mind

When speaking of demystifying, the doctor refers to lean pork, not its derivatives, sausages, and / or sausages. In addition, it clarifies that we must always consume the "fair portion, without excesses and adding variety to our food." "The idea is to generate food inclusion, non-exclusion and prohibition that will possibly end in unstoppable excesses," the specialist points out.

"Not anything claimed about a food has a scientific basis, but it is always nothing more than a common myth." Therefore, let us know and demystify together to be able to always choose the best option, incorporating habits healthy and prioritizing what we like the most and what we do well when we eat ", highlights Dr. Busnelli and adds that this is a nutritional recommendation that in no way goes against individual choices that for taste or belief might not add the pig to your diet.