Beef tallow is rendered beef fat. Like butter, coconut oil, and pork tallow (aka lard), beef tallow is solid at room temperature yet melts into a liquid when heated.
This sustainable fat supports nose-to-tail utilization for every cow. 🙌 But tallow’s primary claim to fame lies in its rich profile of fatty acids.
Tallow’s appeal goes beyond its deliciousness. Studies show this superstar may help you:
Tallow is a natural source of fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K. Your body can’t put these vitamins to work without a bit of fat, so getting them from tallow is like a two-for-one perk. Adding more tallow to your diet may help you better absorb these vitamins from other foods too.
This crew supports your vision, bone health, immunity, and heart health. Vitamin E, a potent antioxidant, also protects your cells from harmful free radicals.
Chronic inflammation contributes to aging and the onset of conditions such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes, kidney disease, cancer, autoimmune issues (like arthritis), and neurodegenerative disorders (dementia, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, etc.).
Good news? Tallow has anti-inflammatory properties. Its fatty acids have been shown to reduce inflammation to prevent, delay, or help treat those conditions.
Healthy fats are incredibly satiating, which may lessen those afternoon snack prowls and late-night fridge raids. Studies also suggest that the CLA and stearic acid in tallow may help burn body fat and torch visceral fat (the dangerous abdominal fat between your organs).
Did you know that up to 80% of your immunity stems from your gut? That’s why what you eat matters so much for your overall well-being.
Nourishing your body with the fat-soluble vitamins and powerful CLA in tallow may enhance your immune system and shield your body from (or lessen the severity of) colds, viruses, and infections.
Many cooking oils are susceptible to oxidation at high temperatures. This kicks off a chain of chemical reactions in which harmful free radicals may form.
Free radicals cause oxidative stress, which damages your cells and DNA. This is a major trigger of the aging process and the development of chronic illnesses, such as cancer, autoimmune disorders, rheumatoid arthritis, and cardiovascular and neurodegenerative diseases.
It also just tastes better. 😊 After all, many of the most popular fast food chains used to cook their french fries in beef tallow before processed veggie oils came on the scene.