Brazilian ultra-athlete defends beef as a powerful food; understand

Beef is presented as the most powerful food on the planet, capable of ensuring longevity and high performance, according to Brazilian ultra-athlete Alessandro Medeiros, 55. He, who follows a 100% carnivorous diet, is an example of this theory, competing in extreme marathons that total more than 500 kilometers, often in complete fasting. His story is the subject of the book “The Power of Meat,” launched in partnership with nutritionist Letícia Moreira. In an interview with Giro do Boi, Medeiros states that beef is the only food capable of providing energy while fasting. Letícia Moreira, also an adherent of the carnivorous diet, confirms that the athlete's body has relearned to use stored animal fat, generating the equivalent of more than eighty thousand calories during his competitions. Check out the full interview: The book, which has already become a bestseller, aims to demystify the idea that animal protein and fat are harmful to health. With technical explanations and ...