Is grass fed beef really worth the extra money? And how do you know you're getting what you pay for?
In this episode of the ReThink Health Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Lucas Krusinski, an assistant professor of animal science whose research looks at how farming practices change the nutrients in our food. I read many of his papers while preparing for my own dissertation on beef nutrient density, so this conversation has been a long time coming.
Dr. Krusinski explains why not all beef is created equal. He walks us through how a cow's diet, pasture diversity, and feed supplements can change the omega-3s and plant compounds that end up on your plate. He also shares findings from his newly published paper on a surprising gap in the food system: many labels promise better nutrition, but almost none actually test for it.
He even shares early results from a study in which he tested 40 brands of beef liver supplements. What he found may change how you shop for them.
You'll learn:
Why "grass fed" and "pasture-raised" labels may not tell you as much as you think
The one nutrient Dr. Krusinski would use to judge the quality of beef, and why
How a national survey found huge differences in the omega-3 content of beef that was all labeled "grass-finished"
The levers ranchers can pull to raise omega-3s in beef, including pasture diversity, hay, fermented forage, and flaxseed
What testing 40 beef liver supplements revealed about vitamin A, minerals, and quality
How eggs, chicken, and pork compare to beef when animals are raised on pasture
How Dr. Krusinski shops for beef, including the visual clues he trusts more than labels
Whether you're a conscious meat shopper or a rancher who wants to raise more nutritious food, this episode will help you look past the label to make more informed decisions.
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