Nutritionist Responds After Bear Grylls Endorses ‘Butter And Beef’ Diet

Nutritionist Stephanie McBurnett has raised concerns about Bear Grylls’ meat-heavy diet, which he credits for giving him “the heart of a warrior.” Grylls claims his CT scan showed zero inflammation and a zero calcium score, indicating no fatty build up in his arteries. However, McBurnett warns that red meat and butter are poor choices for heart health due to their high saturated fat and cholesterol content.

Research has shown a negative association between red and processed meat consumption and heart disease. The saturated fat in red meat, as well as compounds like Trimethylamine N-oxide (TMAO) produced during digestion, contribute to an increased risk of heart disease. McBurnett recommends a low-fat, plant-based diet combined with regular exercise, avoiding tobacco, and managing stress as the best way to prevent and reverse heart disease.