One of the most common misconceptions in nutrition is that meats such as hot dogs, bacon, sausage and deli meats cannot be part of a healthy, balanced diet. The newest Meat MythCrusher video featuring Texas A&M nutrition expert Kerri Gehring, Ph.D. explains their benefits in the diet and the many nutrients that these products deliver.
“The Dietary Guidelines for Americans say that processed meats can fit within a healthy dietary pattern, said Dr. Gehring. “They’re a great source of protein, they provide iron, Vitamin B12 and all different types of nutrients that people need.”