Experts warn against over-consumption of meat

Health experts have warned citizens of consuming too much red meat from sacrificial animals on Eidul Azha since excessive consumption can lead to indigestion, nausea, diarrhoea, high blood pressure, vomiting and increase of uric acid in the body.

Talking to APP, Dr Hasseb Rehman, a medical specialist, said that citizens must drink plenty of water during and after the Eid holidays, as excessive use of water helps improve the functioning of the stomach.

“Various public and private health facilities receive scores of cases of stomach-related illnesses during the Eid days; hence the lovers of red meat are advised to desist from using too much meat to remain fit and healthy,” he said.

District Health Officer Dr Zeeshan Ahmed advised citizens to take a balanced diet, containing meat and vegetables so that the chances of contracting illnesses can be reduced. He said the meat should be properly washed with water before use.

Published in The Express Tribune, August 1^st, 2020.