There is a clear difference between eating red meats (like beef) and white meats (like chicken or turkey). Studies have shown that the formation of N-nitroso compounds in the large intestine (associated with an increased risk of colon cancer) is much more likely to occur from eating red meats like beef than white meats.
| Comparison of Meat, Poultry, & Seafood | |||
| Recommended 3 oz. Serving | |||
| (Skinless, Lean, Trimmed and Broiled or Roasted ) | |||
| Food | Calories (kcal) | Fat (g) | Cholesterol (mg) |
| Pink Salmon | 127 | 4 | 57 |
| Chicken Breast | 142 | 3 | 73 |
| Pork Tenderloin | 159 | 5 | 80 |
| Beef Sirloin | 171 | 7 | 76 |
| 75% lean ground Beef | 235 | 15 | 75 |
| 95% Lean Sirloin | 144 | 4 | 39 |
| 95% Lean Hamburger | 171 | 7 | 76 |
(From: Reference: USDA National Nutrient Database for Standard References (2006). Release 19.)