The Importance of Grass-fed Beef

Beef is a staple in the Paleo diet, but not all beef meets its requirements. Grass-fed beef, in particular, is an exceptional source of nutrition. It offers outstanding value, delivering richer nutrients at a more affordable price.

We are committed to making premium grass-fed meats accessible to everyone at a fair cost. All of our meats are raised directly on the natural pastures of Arizona, free from antibiotics and hormones, and farmed in an ethical and sustainable way.

Why Grass-Fed?

Paleo is big on grass-fed meat, and for good reason: Grass-Fed beef is significantly more nutritious 

• Grass-fed beef contains a significant amount of conjugated linoleic acid (CLA), which has great health attributes, such as aiding in the prevention of cancer, heart disease, osteoporosis, high blood pressure and inflammation.

• The amount of Vitamin K2 in factory-farmed meat is much lower than the amount in grass-fed meat. The greatest quantities of Activator X were found in the butter, milk, and meat of cows that grazed on lush green pastures in the spring. Vitamin K2 is important for heart health and bone health as it helps get calcium into your bones (where it belongs) and not into your arteries (where it causes plaque and heart attacks).

• Grass-fed beef contains higher levels of heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids.

• Grass-fed beef has more heart disease-fighting antioxidant vitamins, like vitamin E.

Research conducted by doctoral students in the Department of Nutrition, Dietetics, and Food Sciences at Utah State University and the Bionutritional Foods Institute has found that grass-fed meat increases the content of several beneficial health compounds and improves animal health compared to conventional grain-fed meat. The phytochemical content of the meat was directly related to the animals' finishing diets. The study concluded that grass-fed animals had significantly higher levels of phytochemicals, including polyphenols, tocopherols, and carotenoids (Beef Nutrient Density Project Report, December 2021).

Many studies have found that grass-fed beef is rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which are essential for heart and brain health. In addition, research shows that grass-fed beef contains higher levels of very long-chain fatty acids, which are associated with a reduced risk of heart disease.

Grass-fed animals also have lower levels of homocysteine, triglycerides, and advanced glycation end products, all of which are linked to improved cardiovascular health in both animals and humans.

Grain feeding has a negative effect on glucose metabolism, whereas grass feeding improves mitochondrial and energy metabolism. Moreover, grain-fed animals show higher levels of collagen metabolites and protein breakdown markers, which can harm both animal health and meat quality. Interestingly, the muscles of grass-fed animals are very similar to those of healthy human athletes. In contrast, the muscles of grain-fed animals exhibit early signs of metabolic health problems. The conclusion is that this is the combined result of diet and physical activity. Animals grazing on pastures are able to move freely throughout the day, whereas feedlot animals are restricted in their movement. This is similar to comparing active individuals with sedentary ones.

Figure 1 shows the process used in the study.

Grass-Fed Beef: A Delicious Investment in Your Health

Beyond the many health benefits of grass-fed beef, we love hearing from customers about how our beef has helped improve their well-being, relieving stomach discomfort, inflammation, and other issues. All of our beef is 100% grass-fed and free from vaccines, antibiotics, and growth hormones, which also contributes to its exceptional taste.

The unique combination of high levels of omega-3 fatty acids, lower unhealthy fat content, and abundant essential nutrients makes grass-fed beef a true nutritional powerhouse. So when selecting your meat, consider switching to grass-fed beef. Your taste buds and your health will thank you for choosing this high-quality, nutrient-rich option, perfectly aligned with a sustainable and balanced lifestyle.

If you’re interested in purchasing grass-fed beef from our Arizona ranch, please explore our product selection.