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Why should people with sle avoid steak?
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Inflammarion: Lupus is an autoimmune disease and the red meat causes inflammation. Omega 3fatty a ida found in fish has the opposite effect. Some alternative practioners propose also avoiding dairy productsin lupus.
Answered 2/22/2013
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SLE diet: This is untrue. Lean red meat is an excellent source of iron, protein and nutrients. The only reason to avoid steak, or any thick meat, would be if you had esophageal motility or swallowing problems.
Answered 3/28/2013
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