the head Physician of Minsk hospital No. 71, TV presenter Alexander butchers explained what medical postulates concerning healthy lifestyle have long been obsolete. In the program “About the main thing” on the channel “Russia 1” it dispelled the myths about red meat and exercise.
butcher said that statements about the dangers of red meat was wrong. Previously it was thought that it contained animal fats provoke an increase in cholesterol and atherosclerosis, increases the risk of heart attacks and strokes.
However, in November 2019, scientists came to the final conclusion that in relation to heart disease red meat is not harmful. However, the use of this product is still associated with the risk of bowel cancer, said the leader.
butchers stressed that meat is an invaluable source of many vitamins and minerals, so it is recommended to have no more than three times a week.
in addition, the doctor pointed out the fallacy of the stereotype that you have to do ten thousand steps. Butchers call it the approximate amount of exercise.
“I do Not like to go swim. Don’t like to swim — run. Move. The main thing — to move”, — said the presenter. He explained that physical inactivity is a risk factor for the development of not only cardiovascular diseases but also cancer.
butchers advised the audience make up your diet, focusing on vegetables, fruits and fish, and also not to forget about the hidden sugar in foods. “All the sausages, the cakes, the drinks with sugar a lot, the belly is growing, insulin resistance increase, resulting in type II diabetes,” said the doctor.
