Yes, A5 Wagyu is healthy, which will come as a surprise to a lot of people. The fact that Wagyu beef is high in fat and calories often has people thinking that it is unhealthy, but this isn’t the case. Wagyu beef might be high in fat, but a high fat content isn’t necessarily a bad thing, it all depends on the type of fat. Some fats can be good for you, and thankfully it is one of these good fats that can be found in Wagyu.
In particular, Wagyu beef contains a lot of oleic acid. This is what causes this type of beef to be so high in fat. The fat that Wagyu beef is high in is called monounsaturated fatty acids, and as we have said, these are a good type of fat. By good fat, we mean that they do not raise cholesterol and aren’t linked with the negatives that some other fats are. So, overall yes, Wagyu beef is a healthy option.