How I’m Using Grass-Fed Beef for Longevity and Metabolic Health

Last year, I read Outlive by Dr. Peter Attia—and it changed how I think about food, health, and aging.

Like a lot of people, I thought I was eating “pretty well.” But the more I learned about metabolic health, inflammation, and nutrient density, the more I realized: if I was serious about longevity, I needed to get serious about what I was eating every day.

What I Changed

The biggest shift for me was cutting out ultra-processed food—especially seed oils and industrial snacks—and focusing on real, nutrient-dense meat. I doubled down on grass-fed beef, pastured eggs, and broth. I started drinking a quart of homemade chicken stock every day and made beef—usually a steak or ground beef—a regular part of my diet.

I also started paying attention to how I felt, and tracked my bloodwork.

My Results

Over the past year:

• I lost 35 pounds
• My CRP (an inflammation marker) dropped from 1.38 mg/L to 0.424 mg/L
• I had more energy and felt more clear-headed
• I started walking more, spending more time outside, and just generally feeling better

I just turned 65. I honestly wish I had started eating this way in my 40s.

Why Grass-Fed Beef Matters for Longevity

There’s a lot of confusion around red meat and health—but when you dig deeper, the nutrient profile of properly raised beef is hard to beat.

Grass-fed, grass-finished beef is:

• Higher in omega-3 fatty acids and CLA
• Lower in inflammatory omega-6s
• A source of vitamins A, D, E, and K2
• Loaded with bioavailable iron, zinc, B12, and creatine
• Free of antibiotics, growth hormones, and glyphosate-laced feed

It’s not just about protein. It’s about the quality of nutrients per bite—and the absence of junk.

What I Eat Now (Almost Every Day)

• Beef (ground, steaks, or roasts)
• Bone broth for glycine and collagen
• Pastured eggs from real chickens on grass
• Liver once or twice a week
• Sardines a couple times a week
• Daily walking, time outdoors, and consistency

I’m not on a diet. I’m just eating foods that make sense for a 65-year-old who wants to stay healthy for the long haul.

Why I Trust Our Beef

At Tyner Pond Farm, we raise 100% grass-fed cattle on pasture using regenerative grazing. These animals are moved daily, never confined, and never fed grain. This isn’t something we outsource—we raise them ourselves because we believe it matters.

And we deliver directly to homes across Central Indiana. No warehouse. No middleman. No subscription required.

Final Thought

You don’t have to overhaul your life overnight. But if you care about aging well, staying strong, and reducing chronic inflammation—your food is one of the most powerful levers you have.

I wish I’d started eating this way sooner. But I’m grateful I figured it out when I did.

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