Six healthy reasons to keep eating lamb

We all know lamb tastes great - but did you know it's good for you, too?

Naturally rich in protein and nutrients, there are plenty of benefits to eating lamb as part of a balanced diet.

Here are just some of the reasons why lamb should feature on your shopping list.

1. Lamb is naturally rich in protein*, which helps muscle growth and supports muscle mass
2. Protein is also needed for normal growth and development of children’s bones
3. Lamb naturally contains seven vitamins and minerals that support good health and wellbeing
4. Lamb provides four essential vitamins that help reduce tiredness and fatigue
5. Lamb is a source of four essential vitamins and minerals that help the immune system to work normally
6. Lamb provides five essential vitamins and minerals that support normal mental function.

*Consumer Focused Health Claims for Lamb, AHDB – February 2016, page 2

Do you want to know more about lamb and healthy eating?

Discover more on our Simply Beef & Lamb website. You will find recipes for both easy meals and extravagant dishes, how-to advice, top tips and more.