Consumer resistance is, and always has been, very strong against these foods; liver, kidney, sweet breads, brains, tongue and heart are all highly nutritious however, and the willingness of other people to eat these foods has precipitated definite advantages for those who can overcome such prejudices.

Offal is one of the most inexpensive meats; without [unclear: bones] or extra fat. You eat all you pay for without waste. It should be cooked quickly and lightly, meaning fast meals, 'goodness' retained, and energy saved.

Liver is a concentrated source of iron, (it is estimated that one quarter of all women are iron deficient) and as well as protein, offal contains Vitamins A, the B Complex vitamins and Vitamin E, plus valuable minerals.