Heavy laborers such as construction workers, miners, farmers or manual laborers with high intensity have greater energy needs than intellectual laborers.
Fatty meat is a food rich in fat, providing a lot of energy in a small portion. Thanks to that, eating a reasonable amount of fat can help workers quickly compensate for the energy they have wasted, maintain endurance and reduce fatigue after heavy work.
In addition, fatty meat also provides some fat-soluble vitamins such as vitamins A, D, E and K, which play an important role in strengthening immunity, supporting bones and joints and metabolism. For workers who have to work outdoors and exercise regularly, these nutrients contribute to helping the body adapt better to harsh working conditions.
However, fatty meat also poses many risks if consumed excessively. Saturated fat in fatty meat can increase bad cholesterol in the blood, thereby increasing the risk of cardiovascular disease, obesity and metabolic disorders.
Especially, if heavy laborers eat a lot of fatty meat but lack green vegetables, fiber and unbalanced exercise, these risks are even more obvious. Moreover, the habit of eating a lot of fatty meat for a long time can negatively affect the digestive system and overall health.
Therefore, the answer does not lie in "should" or "should not" absolutely. Heavy laborers can eat fatty meat, but they need to eat it in moderation and combine it with a balanced diet.
Prioritizing lean protein sources, healthy fats from fish, vegetable oil along with green vegetables and starch in a reasonable way will help ensure energy for labor while still protecting long-term health.
