If you’ve been told to fear red meat because of cholesterol, heart disease, or inflammation… It's time to set the record straight.

It’s not red meat that’s the problem.
It’s the quality of red meat that determines whether it’s medicine — or a slow toxin.

Today, we’re diving into one of the most important swaps you can make for metabolic, hormone, and gut health:

Conventional grain-fed red meat to 100% grass-fed, grass-finished red meat

Let’s unpack why this swap matters more than ever — and how to make it work in your everyday meals.

The issue with conventional red meat isn’t just the animal — it’s what the animal ate.

Most commercial cattle are:

• Fed genetically modified corn, soy, and grains
• Given antibiotics and growth hormones
• Raised in crowded, high-stress environments
• Never allowed to graze on real pasture

The result?

You’re eating meat that’s:

• Higher in inflammatory omega-6s
• Lower in nutrients and healthy fats
• Contaminated with glyphosate (a known gut disruptor)
• Loaded with residue from antibiotics, hormones, and stress hormones

This can disrupt:

• Your gut microbiome
• Hormonal balance (especially estrogen/testosterone)
• Immune system resilience
• Inflammatory pathways that lead to chronic disease

On the flip side, when cows eat what they were designed to eat — grass — everything changes.

Grass-fed and grass-finished beef is:

• Higher in omega-3s (anti-inflammatory fats)
• Rich in CLA (conjugated linoleic acid) – a powerful fat burner and immune booster
• Packed with vitamins A, D, E, and K2
• More abundant in antioxidants like glutathione
• Naturally free of added hormones and antibiotics

And yes — it’s better for your gut, metabolism, and brain.

Fun fact: Grass-fed beef supports the gut lining thanks to its healthy fat content and high quality protein, which your body uses to repair tissue, balance hormones, and support liver detox.

Making the switch doesn’t have to be complicated

• Buy in bulk from a local farm or co-op
• Look for "100% grass-fed and grass-finished" — not just "grass-fed" (which could still be grain-finished)
• Use ground beef, steaks, roasts, and organs in:
  ● Burgers
  ● Chili
  ● Bone broth
  ● Tacos
  ● Meatballs
  ● Slow cooker meals
• Keep frozen cuts on hand for quick, nourishing meals
• Don’t forget the organs — liver and heart are nutrient powerhouses

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You can include:

• Grass Roots Farmers Co-op (nationwide shipping)
• Force of Nature Meats (great for organ blends!)
• US Wellness Meats
• ButcherBox
• Local Weston A. Price farms or CSA co-ops
• Thrive Market (that’s right! Thrive Market has a freezer section! Save 40% on your first order + free gift!)
• Organ supplements for those who don’t love the taste (Heart & Soil, Ancestral Supplements, etc. or order one of our glandulars)

Grass-fed beef isn’t something to fear — it’s something to celebrate when done right.

This one simple switch:

• Reduces inflammation
• Nourishes your gut and hormones
• Boosts energy and metabolism
• Supports immune health
• Aligns with ancestral eating patterns

Remember: You are what your food ate. Choose meat from animals raised with care, on pasture, eating real food — and your body will thank you.

This is the kind of education that makes a lasting difference—and it's exactly what we dive into during our Food Education Consultations.

Together, we’ll explore:

• How conventional foods could be sabotaging your healing
• What meat labels really mean (and what to look for)
• How to make swaps without blowing your grocery budget
• Personalized food strategies based on your body and goals

We also offer comprehensive food allergy testing and customized care plans to help you remove inflammatory foods, rebalance your system, and start feeling better—faster.

Want to know what foods are sabotaging your healing?
Book your Food Education Consultation now!
Questions? Email us at wesleychapel@thewellnessway.com

Eat with purpose. Heal with confidence. Learn with us.