Following the proclamation by Governor Robert Bentley that June 19th is officially “Beef for Father’s Day” in Alabama, the men and women of Alabama’s beef industry are encouraging all Alabamians to serve beef to the men in their life on Father’s Day.
"Not only is beef America's favorite protein for its flavor, tenderness and convenience, it's also a terrific building block in planning a healthy diet because it offers an excellent combination of zinc, iron, and protein," says Evelyn Brown of Cullman, President of the Alabama Cattlewomen's Association.
The zinc in beef helps maintain a healthy immune system while iron helps deliver oxygen throughout the body and the protein in beef helps grow strong muscles and maintain metabolism. In fact, studies suggest that the protein in beef may help prevent many chronic diseases such as type-2 diabetes and osteoporosis.
It’s especially important that young children and older folks get sufficient protein. Children need the high-quality protein, iron and zinc in beef in order to develop their minds, as well as their bodies. Older adults can benefit from the protein in beef to help prevent loss of muscle mass and strength as they age.
It’s especially important that young children and older folks get sufficient protein. Children need the high-quality protein, iron and zinc in beef in order to develop their minds, as well as their bodies. Older adults can benefit from the protein in beef to help prevent loss of muscle mass and strength as they age.
For more information on the health benefits of beef, great Father’s Day recipes, or details on beef’s farm to fork journey, visit www.beefitswhatsfordinner.com
Also, visit the link below to read the official proclamation:
Below are pictures from the proclamation signing:
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