The other side of the red meat

Archeological conclusions imply that 2.5 million years ago, we started to slaughter animals for food. Since our diet changed, our ability to absorb vitamin B12 was lost. From that point, we became dependent on dietary sources of that vitamin. According to this, several scientists are "defending" meat consumption, replying that red meat is the source of essential nutrients. They also state that the theory about meat consumption replacement with plant-based proteins and supplements is not confirmed.

Supporting evidence: 10.1080/10408398.2019.1657063

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