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Though, it is said to have fair amounts of fat, skinless turkey is low in fat. It is said to contain less amounts of saturated fats, total fat and less cholesterol than other types of meat, like, chicken, pork, beef. Turkey is very rich in proteins, which are used for making amino acids required by the human body. A single serving of turkey can provide the daily requirement of protein. Another turkey health benefit is derived from its selenium content. Selenium is very much necessary for various bodily functions, like, thyroid hormone metabolism, immune function, antioxidant defense systems, etc. It has been suggested that selenium intake is good for preventing cancer.