Lamb, veal & game

Game meat, bison, ground, raw

FDC 174421serving ( 3 oz ) (85 g)

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Original analysis by NutriVerdict

Density 43 · -29 vs Lamb, veal & game median

On our Nutrient Density Score, which measures beneficial nutrients per calorie relative to the foods we cover, Game meat, bison, ground, raw is middling for nutrient density at 43 of 100. Within lamb, veal & game it ranks 52 of 60. Per 100 grams it is an excellent source of protein (37% DV), a good source of iron (14% DV). Most of its 223 calories per 100 grams come from fat. Worth noting: it is high in saturated fat (6.8 g per 100 g).

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Fig. 1 · Macronutrient composition
Protein 18.7 g · 34%Carb 0 g · 0%Fat 15.9 g · 66%

Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams

Nutrition facts

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories223 kcal11%
Total fat16 g20%
Saturated fat6.8 g34%
Cholesterol70 mg23%
Sodium66 mg3%
Carbohydrate0 g0%
Dietary fiber0 g0%
Sugars0 g
Protein19 g37%
Potassium307 mg7%
Calcium11 mg1%
Iron2.6 mg14%
Magnesium19 mg5%
Vitamin C0 mg0%
Vitamin A0 µg0%
Vitamin E0.24 mg2%

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FDC 174421

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.

Protein37% DV
Iron14% DV

Original analysis by NutriVerdict

Versus the lamb, veal & game median

Nutrient density43 vs 72 median
Protein / 100 g19 vs 21 median
Fiber / 100 g0 vs 0 median
Sodium / 100 g66 vs 79 median

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More nutrient-dense swaps

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

Veal, ground, rawDensity 46 vs 43Veal, rib, separable lean and fat, rawDensity 51 vs 43Veal, ground, cooked, pan-friedDensity 52 vs 43

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