Sooner or later you will hear someone pronounce Angus or Black Angus in the conversation, this is because within the last years the interest for this race has risen significantly. It’s no wonder considering the numerous benefits it has to offer. Angus is not a beef assortment, it is not a classification of quality, it is a cattle race that has become popular worldwide due to the exquisite taste it has to offer within the great restaurants of the world, this aside the numerous health benefits it brings.
Even if we speak of the numerous benefits, it is important to understand that not all Black Angus cattle are raised by the same quality standards and that automatically the meat is environmental friendly and with a BIO provenience. It is important to verify the traceability of the meat and the way in which it was produced and processed, this aspect being possible at the Angustos Farm.
The Distinguished Flavour
Due To Beef Marbling
The distinguished flavour of the Black Angus beef is given by marbling, which represents the quantity of intramuscular fat. This type of meat is preferred by many restaurants with a good reputation because it improves the flavour and the meat maintains moist throughout the cooking process, especially when cooking it at high temperatures.
Low
Cholesterol
Compared to the regular beef, it can have up to 30% less cholesterol and the intramuscular fat of the Black Angus beef improves the cholesterol found in blood.
Rich in minerals and
essential vitamins
We will list a few of the most important vitamins and minerals you can find the the Black Angus beef.
B12 vitamin (over 2.5 μg). Generally, red meat is a great source of vitamin B, this is because it contains many types of vitamin B. Vitamin B12 is vital for the well functioning of many systems of our body. The vitamin B12 deficit increases the risk of many illnesses such as: neurological disorders, cancer, cardiovascular diseases, infertility, mental disorders and so on. We can find this vitamin in shrimps, shellfish, salmon, yogurt, fortified cereals.
Iron (over 2.5 mg). Without iron we cannot live, it is the element that transports oxygen and nutrients to the vital organs of the body. Iron deficiency can lead to fatigue, headaches, dizziness, depression, loss of appetite or even anemia. The most easily absorbed iron is found in beef, shellfish, shrimp or white meat. Iron is also found in spinach, green beans, mushrooms, lentils, peas, thyme, cereal germs, pumpkin and sesame seeds, tofu, egg yolk, etc. – this type of iron is more difficult to assimilate by the body. Absorption can be increased by combining iron with vitamin
Vitamin B6 (almost 0.5 mg). In addition to vitamin B12, red beef also contains thiamine, riboflavin, pantothenic acid, folic acid, niacin and vitamin B6. Blood cell health, metabolism and brain function can be affected by vitamin B6 deficiency. We need 1.3 milligrams of vitamin B6 daily, 2.4 micrograms of vitamin B12 (2.6 for pregnant women and 2.8 for those who are breastfeeding). We can also find it in garlic, kale, red bell pepper, spinach, asparagus, broccoli, avocado or carrots.
Zinc (over 4 mg). Depending on how the cattle are raised, their meat may contain more than 4 mg of zinc. Women need up to 10 mg of zinc every day, and men up to 15 mg. Zinc is found in meat, fish, eggs, milk and dried vegetables. Iron and zinc are very important for growth metabolism in children.
Vitamin D (about 7 IU). Without this vitamin our body could not function optimally, it contributes to the efficient absorption of calcium to have healthy and trouble-free bones, stimulates brain functions and helps protect the body against cancer. The best source of vitamin D is sunlight, our body being able to produce this vitamin when we are exposed to the ultraviolet rays of the sun. Unfortunately, there are very few foods with this vitamin
Magnesium (over 20 mg). Even if it is not in a very large amount in beef, it contributes to the daily intake, especially since Magnesium is very difficult to absorb by the body. Other good sources of magnesium are spinach, soybeans, wheat flour, shrimp, mollusks, crabs, etc.
QUALITY
Proteins
It is very rich in protein, can have over 20 grams of protein per 100 grams of meat. It contains all the essential amino acids in our body, being one of the reasons why Black Angus has become recommended by more and more nutritionists and health experts. Numerous health studies show that protein plays an important role in the health of our body by helping to stimulate metabolism and fat burning. Studies also show that beef protein can help prevent many diseases and help regenerate body tissue. Protein contributes to the formation and development of muscles and bones. Also due to the quality proteins, Angus beef is recommended in the diet of children for a healthier development and the elderly so as not to lose endurance and muscle mass so easily.
Omega3
Beef may contain Omega-3 essential fatty acids that play an important role in protecting the heart and central nervous system. Studies show that Omega-3 fatty acids improve the activity of the cardiovascular system by helping to reduce the risk of myocardial infarction, but also reduce the risk of having a stroke. We can also find Omega-3 in catfish, tuna, halibut, seafood, some plants, seeds and nuts.
Advice
It is recommended to eat red meat 2-3 times a week and not to exceed 500 grams per week. Although it has a lot of benefits, the excess of beef can also have inconveniences, just like any other excess.
Visit the ANGUSTOS farm in Sanislău Satu Mare to convince yourself of the quality of the meat you are going to eat. Regardless of the chosen farm, if it is a local one, it is recommended to go out to find out more about it. This way you can be sure if the farm offers the quality you wanted.
Choose to buy meat only from farms you know and where you can check the process of raising cattle, respectively, the compliance with the quality process of the meat you buy. This is quite difficult to do in the case of imports where traceability is very difficult to verify.
Support the local and the Romanian economy. Buy meat from local farms to help farms stay in a competitive market invaded by imported products. This will also help support jobs while you can enjoy quality meat at a more affordable price. In addition, the development of local farms can generate new jobs and healthier food for those in the area.
When buying from a local farm, keep in mind that the products have not traveled maybe thousands of miles by various means of transport. In addition to greater food safety, you also help protect the environment by eliminating the pollution caused by that transport.
Locally purchased foods will always be fresher, tastier but also healthier, because they reach our plate in a shorter time we eliminate the risk of losing some of the nutrients due to spoilage.
