India, Nov. 23 -- Protein is one of the most important nutrients that a person needs. But not all sources of protein are universally good. Animal fats are commonly associated with proteins. But which type of animal meat is a better source of protein - Chicken or mutton?

An October 2024 study cited by the National Library of Medicine studied the impact of high-fat diets on mice, including mutton.

This study, conducted on 60 albino mice, which were divided into four groups, and their markers, like body weight, caloric intake, serum markers, and liver histopathology, were checked.

The results showed that consumption of mutton fat caused higher caloric intake and body weight compared to the group given a standard diet sans these fats. Othe...