4 Unexpected Vitamins Found in Meat
Our ancestors ate liver every week and never took a single supplement. Meanwhile I have 4 bottles in my counter. Turns out meat has been a multivitamin this whole time.
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Vitamin C
While we’re taught to look to citrus for Vitamin C, fresh muscle meats and organ meats (like liver and kidney) actually contain small amounts of it. Historically, Arctic explorers and indigenous populations avoided scurvy for months on end by consuming fresh meat, proving that while it’s not an orange, meat does contribute to your daily C intake.
Vitamin K2
While Vitamin K1 is found in leafy greens, Vitamin K2 is a different beast entirely. Mostly found in animal foods and fermented products, K2 is the “traffic cop” for calcium—it helps direct calcium into your bones and teeth where it’s needed, rather than letting it build up in your arteries.
Vitamin D
We usually call it the “sunshine vitamin,” but you can eat your Vitamin D, too! Vitamin D is naturally occurring in fatty fish and egg yolks. It plays a massive role in immune function and bone health, making these animal sources vital, especially during those dark winter months.
Folate (Vitamin B9)
Most people associate folate with a big bowl of spinach. However, liver is actually one of the most concentrated sources of folate on the planet. For those looking to support DNA synthesis and cell repair, a small serving of pâté might actually pack more of a punch than a side salad.