Health experts urge safe meat consumption

Health experts have urged citizens to adopt proper meat preservation and consumption practices post Eid ul Azha to avoid health risks, particularly considering high temperatures and electricity load-shedding. Associate Professor and Gastroenterologist Dr Abdullah bin Khalid from Aga Khan University Hospital (AKUH), emphasised that meat should ideally be consumed fresh and prepared using healthy cooking methods such as steaming or boiling, rather than frying or processing. Dr Abdullah warned that excessive consumption of red meat, especially in processed forms, poses health risks. He referred to World Health Organisation (WHO) findings that link red meat consumption to several health issues, adding that the American Heart Association recommends limiting red meat intake to 350 grams per week.