Meat Lowers Cancer Risk and Outmuscles Soy by 2x.

In a 2025 study from McMaster University, researchers analyzed nearly 16,000 adults from NHANES III to check if animal protein raises death risk from heart disease, cancer, or any cause. They found no link to higher mortality—animal protein even cut cancer death risk by a significant amount. Plant protein showed no strong effects, but inflammatory diets with processed meats worsened outcomes.

A 2024 study in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition tested ground beef vs. soy-based meat on muscle building in 30 adults. Eating a 4-oz beef patty boosted muscle protein synthesis by twice as much as 4-oz soy, and even 8-oz soy couldn't match beef's efficiency, despite more calories. Beef's amino acids like leucine were better absorbed, aiding muscle growth without excess energy.

Eat unprocessed animal proteins for cancer protection and stronger muscles.