Red deer are native to the UK and are found in abundance in the Scottish hills and glens. So much so, that their ever increasing numbers must be managed to maintain their environment.
The deer are culled by a Deer Stalker, and hung for 3 – 5 days before being butchered by Scotland's best master butchers. Venison is approved by SQWV (Scottish Quality Wild Venison), which is an organisation that ensures that, not only is the Venison handled correctly from hill to butcher, but also all the facilities and transport are up to the highest standard.
Venison has a number of health benefits making it a superb substitute for Beef. It is a great source of protein, while being low in saturated fat. It has a high iron content, which makes it ideal for pregnant women, new mums and growing children.
Here are some nutritional benefits provided by the studies of "The Worlds Healthiest Foods”:
4oz of venison provides 179 calories, 4g saturated fat, 68% of daily recommended value of protein, 28.2% of daily recommended value of iron, 60 % of daily recommended value of vitamin B12 and 21.5% of daily recommended value of vitamin B6. The vitamins B12 and B6 help combat the progression of diabetic heart disease, strokes, osteoporosis and colon cancer. It also contains riboflavin, which may help to reduce the occurrence of migraines. Vitamin B3 has been shown to reduce the risk of developing osteoarthritis by half.
Historians say that Venison has been eaten in Scotland longer than any other meat. By continuing to do so, you are helping us protect and conserve this majestic species and its beautiful habitat.
