Wild game meats hold a variety of health benefits when compared to meats from domesticated or farm-raised animals. Take into consideration that wild game are on a natural diet and are very active in their habitats and this contributes to the lower fat content of the mat produced. Furthermore, eating greens in the wild also contributes to a lower level of pro-inflammatory omega-6 fatty acids and a higher content of anti-inflammatory omega-3 fatty acids. In conclusion, eating wild game is a great source of protein and minerals such as iron and zinc.
What meats are classed as game?
- Pheasant
- Partridge
- Grouse
- Rabbit
- Hare
- Wild duck
- Wild geese
- Venison – including Red, Sika, Fallow, Roe, Chinese Water Deer, Muntjac, and more!
The lower fat content in wild game tends to be because of how active the animals are during their fulfilled lives. And because of their natural diets, the quality of meat is richer in comparison to domesticated animals which are fed grain or corn for example, which is why some shop brought meats are of higher fat quantity.
When feeding corn or grain to farm animals not only does it increase the overall fat content but also the omega-6 acid content. It is said that this product inflammation in the body, which is known to be associated with health conditions such as obesity, diabetes, and cancer. Therefore, wild animals’ natural diets of green leaves, grass, and plants provide leaner meats with fewer omega-6 fatty acids.
Iron and Zinc Benefits
Iron is a mineral that holds several important functions, however, its main function is to carry oxygen throughout the human body as part of our red blood cells. The daily value for Iron is 18mg and therefore, a deficiency can occur if your intake is too low, resulting in less oxygen flow around the body. This usually results in a lack of energy, tiredness, shortness of breath, heart palpitations, and pale skin. With this being said, it is wise to eat enough foods containing iron.
Zinc is also an essential mineral that is required mainly to support your body’s immune system. Without this source, you may feel effects such as a decreased immune system, lack of alertness, hair loss, unexplained weight loss, and various other health problems. The average daily intake varies on gender but remains somewhere between 8 and 11mg.
Overall, there are many positives to eating wild game, but the main benefactors are really the higher levels of nutrients other than the ones we’ve listed already. In our opinion, if you can eat a variety of different foods that provides your body with what it needs, it’s better than taking any supplement.
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