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347: Everything You Need to Know About Buying Chicken

by | Apr 15, 2025 | 0 comments

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Ever find yourself frozen in the meat aisle, overwhelmed by labels like “organic,” “free-range,” and “air-chilled”? With so much marketing jargon, how do you know what’s truly healthy—and what’s just hype?

In my latest episode, I  help you navigate the confusion and uncover the truth about what you’re really buying. Learn how to pick the healthiest chicken options, whether pork can actually be good for you, and discover surprising iron-rich foods that go beyond meat to boost your energy.

Get ready to rethink your grocery list and shop smarter than ever before.

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On this episode you’ll learn:

  • THIS is the absolute worst way to buy chicken — are you making this mistake? (02:30)
  • What “All Natural” chicken really means — and why the label might be misleading (03:15)
  • Think your “Organic” chicken is truly organic? Think again… (07:15)
  • Avoid this one major chicken-buying blunder — it could be harming your health (14:15)
  • The Inflammatory Molecule Hiding in Pork — and Why it Matters for Your health (16:15)
  • Top-tier meats you should be eating — Dr. Gundry’s approved picks (20:15)
  • Could cutting back on iron be the secret to living longer? (30:30)
  • Want more energy without the meat? Try these powerful plant-based iron sources (34:30)

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If you liked learning about the best meat you can buy check out these other helpful episodes:

244: Organic, natural… and terrible for your health! 

190.5: Brainwashed By Fruit? 

140: Dr. Mark Hyman – Butter? Steak? Go for it, but pay attention to THIS 

Episode Transcript:

EP 347 Transcript

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About Dr. Gundry

Dr. Steven Gundry is a renowned heart surgeon and New York Times bestselling author of “The Plant Paradox” and “The Plant Paradox Cookbook.”

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