Beef

Beef, chuck for stew, separable lean and fat, choice, raw

FDC 170810oz (113 g)

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Original analysis by NutriVerdict

Density 69 · +15 vs Beef median

On our Nutrient Density Score, which measures beneficial nutrients per calorie relative to the foods we cover, Beef, chuck for stew, separable lean and fat, choice, raw is a strongly nutrient-dense choice at 69 of 100. Within beef it ranks 19 of 60. Per 100 grams it is an excellent source of protein (43% DV), a good source of iron (12% DV). Most of its 130 calories per 100 grams come from protein.

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Fig. 1 · Macronutrient composition
Protein 21.6 g · 66%Carb 0.1 g · 0%Fat 4.8 g · 33%

Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams

Nutrition facts

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories130 kcal7%
Total fat4.8 g6%
Saturated fat2 g10%
Cholesterol63 mg21%
Sodium79 mg3%
Carbohydrate0.12 g0%
Dietary fiber0 g0%
Sugars0 g
Protein22 g43%
Potassium373 mg8%
Calcium13 mg1%
Iron2.1 mg12%
Magnesium21 mg5%
Vitamin C0 mg0%
Vitamin A2 µg0%
Vitamin E0.18 mg1%

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FDC 170810

Original analysis by NutriVerdict

What it is rich in

Nutrients supplying at least 10% of the Daily Value per 100 grams. 20% or more is an excellent source.

Protein43% DV
Iron12% DV

Original analysis by NutriVerdict

Versus the beef median

Nutrient density69 vs 54 median
Protein / 100 g22 vs 19 median
Fiber / 100 g0 vs 0 median
Sodium / 100 g79 vs 66 median

Original analysis by NutriVerdict

More nutrient-dense swaps

Foods in the same category that score higher on nutrient density.

Beef, chuck for stew, separable lean and fat, all grades, rawDensity 71 vs 69Beef, ground, 97% lean meat / 3% fat, loaf, cooked, bakedDensity 72 vs 69Beef, chuck for stew, separable lean and fat, select, rawDensity 72 vs 69

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