About the SOUTH DAKOTA BEEF INDUSTRY COUNCIL

The South Dakota Beef Industry Council’s mission is to maintain and build demand for beef and beef products by enhancing beef’s image and satisfying consumer needs and wants through integrated state and national programming and outreach efforts.

Funded by the Beef Checkoff, the South Dakota Beef Industry Council serves nearly 14,000 family owned beef farms and ranches across the state. These families not only provide a high-quality beef product for families and consumers around the world, but also play an integral role in their rural communities and the state’s economy.

Funds continue to be used to provide resources for which consumers can feel informed and confident in their beef purchasing decisions.

To learn more about the South Dakota Beef Industry Council, visit www.sdbeef.org.

Beef Logic Inc., a South Dakota 501(c)3 non-profit, works alongside likeminded organizations and partners to support research, communication, and education on the health benefits of beef. It works towards the development of programs and community outreach opportunities that inspire healthful lifestyle practices.

Enjoy BEEF at Every Age and Every Stage of Life!

From infants to the elderly, protein is essential for life! Beef is a high-quality protein source that contains all of the essential amino acids the body needs for optimal health.

BEEF For Baby and Kids: Every bite your baby takes counts, especially in the first 24 months of life. Starting your baby with beef as a complementary first food can ensure they get the nutrients they need for healthy growth and development. Pack every tiny bite your baby takes with protein, iron, zinc, and choline, which beef provides. Serving nutritious foods babies and toddlers love to eat, like beef, is simple and easy—puree, mash, chop, or shred meat at various stages to meet their changing feeding needs. Fuel kids’ growing bodies and brains with beef! If you have questions about starting solid foods, consult your physician or health care provider.

BEEF for Parents: During pregnancy, it is important to be mindful of the nutritional need for the mother and the growing baby. Throughout pregnancy, a mother’s body needs about 10 extra grams of protein each day to support the growing baby. It is also important to get enough iron for red blood cell production, zinc for the baby’s brain development, choline to help build the brain and spinal cord, and B vitamins to utilize energy efficiently.

For moms and dads, as well as teens and young adults, physical activity is more effective when paired with a protein rich diet. It is well known that protein consumed after exercise provides the amino acids necessary for muscle repair and recovery, helping to stimulate further muscle synthesis. Evidence also suggests that a protein-rich diet combined with resistance exercise helps adults become more toned by helping them lose fat and maintain muscle mass.

BEEF For Grandparents: If there was a protein contest, beef would surely be crowned the king! Among the powerful package of 10 essential nutrients beef is known for, protein may be one of the most notable. In fact, one 3 oz. cooked serving of beef provides 50% of your Daily Value (25 grams) of this important nutrient—making it an excellent source!

For the elderly, protein can help with healthy aging, as well. Reductions in muscle mass (sarcopenia) is common as people age. Emerging research suggests that higher protein intake among older adults may reduce or prevent age-related muscle decline. Research has also found that high-protein diets are effective at promoting weight loss and maintaining lean body/muscle mass.

Source: Beef. It’s What’s For Dinner.

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