'Meat intolerance': Can our bodies forget how to digest flesh?
undefined 12, 2025
Some people who stop eating meat report discomfort when returning to it, but research suggests it's unlikely the body forgets how to digest meat. Enzymes for digesting meat and plant proteins are similar. However, the gut microbiome changes with diet and may cause temporary discomfort when switching foods. Sudden reintroduction of fibre, rather than meat, may cause digestive issues. Overall, the body adapts, and concerns about losing the ability to digest meat are unfounded.
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