What is a Carnivore Diet & Why You Should Add Biltong to Your List of Foods
So, you’ve been exploring different diets and have recently heard about the Carnivore Diet? As a relatively new way of eating, the carnivore diet consists solely of animal-based protein including meat, eggs, fish and select dairy products. It is highly restrictive in that it doesn’t leave much room for any plant-based foods like fruits, vegetables, nuts and seeds – and with no carbohydrates at all.
In this blog, we’ll look at how Protea Foods biltong is the perfect snack as part of a carnivore diet and why it’s great for those looking to lose weight, burn fat and increase daily energy levels. If you’re not quite convinced about the health benefits, let’s take a look at some of the reasons why we believe biltong should be added to your carnivore diet.
Why Biltong?
Biltong is highly popular choice for those on a strictly carnivore diet. Because only animal derived products are consumed, biltong is the ideal choice as a 100% meat-based protein snack – helping keep those hunger pangs at bay throughout the day. You can’t go wrong with this as part of your carnivore nutritional plan.
The Carnivore Diet & Its Gain in Popularity
In recent years, we’ve seen a major shift in the carnivore way of life, with many people advocating this as the supreme diet for weight loss, increased mental focus and reduced inflammation in the body. Due to its complete exclusion of carbohydrates (zero carbs) and only animal derived foods, you can see why this is the most distinctive feature of the carnivore diet.
Biltong originates from South Africa and is a traditional meat-based snack rich in animal protein. On average, every bite sized portion of biltong contains up to 32 grams of protein, making it an ideal snack for those on the carnivore diet. In our opinion, we believe it’s an excellent choice as it’s packed with essential protein that complements the carnivore diet perfectly. Given that it’s also low in carbohydrates, you can see why biltong is a great addition to a restrictive ‘meat only’ approach way of life.
High Quality Biltong Ingredients
When consuming biltong, you know you are getting quality beef. Additionally, it also provides more condensed nutrients, particularly when compared to other meats.. With minimal processing, biltong offers a convenient and nutritionally dense based protein snack that is perfect for ‘on the go’ and time poor individuals.
Packed with flavour and bursting with traditional seasonings and taste, biltong is without a doubt the ‘go to’ choice for a convenient snack option for those on a carnivore diet.
Benefits of Protea Foods Biltong
Low Fat Content: Protea Foods: Biltong is made from lean cuts of beef providing a low fat snack. Although, we know that some of you like your fat for your keto diets so we also produce a fatty biltong which is only available on our online store here.
Easy to Chew: Unlike other dried meat, biltong is a softer texture and is easier to chew. As a result, it’s more palatable and preferred as a daily snack option.
Low Carbohydrates: Biltong is low in carbohydrates and contains no preservatives aligning perfectly with the strict rules around a carnivore diet, unlike many jerky brands which is loaded in sugar and carbohydrates.
Big on Taste: Due to its richness in flavour, Protea Foods biltong is packed with delicious vinegar and spices, making it a highly sought after snack as part of a carnivore diet.
Please Note: Although the carnivore diet is about cutting out sugars and carbohydrates, you still need carbohydrates for energy throughout your day. People who are also trying to lose weight on a carnivore diet will soon hit a wall as they are not having any carbs. You need carbs to kick start your metabolism to give you the energy to burn fat, if not, you will get to a point where your body will go into ‘survival mode’ and not burn energy for the obvious reasons! We recommend speaking to your nutritionist or doctor for more information or read more here.
In summary, the carnivore diet is highly focused on animal-based products for its overall health benefits. Biltong is an excellent and nutritious snack that complements this dietary lifestyle; as well as providing optimal energy and protein without the need for high levels of carbohydrate consumption. Protea Foods is a leading manufacturer and producer of high-quality biltong and droewors products. You can find our range of products online, shipped Australia wide.