Lamb, veal & game

Game meat, squirrel, raw

FDC 172523oz (28 g)

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Original analysis by NutriVerdict

Density 81 · +9 vs Lamb, veal & game median

On our Nutrient Density Score, which measures beneficial nutrients per calorie relative to the foods we cover, Game meat, squirrel, raw ranks among the most nutrient-dense foods we cover, scoring 81 of 100. Within lamb, veal & game it ranks 10 of 60. Per 100 grams it is an excellent source of protein (42% DV), an excellent source of iron (26% DV). Most of its 120 calories per 100 grams come from protein.

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Fig. 1 · Macronutrient composition
Protein 21.2 g · 75%Carb 0 g · 0%Fat 3.2 g · 25%

Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams

Nutrition facts

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories120 kcal6%
Total fat3.2 g4%
Saturated fat0.38 g2%
Cholesterol83 mg28%
Sodium103 mg4%
Carbohydrate0 g0%
Dietary fiber0 g0%
Sugars-
Protein21 g42%
Potassium304 mg6%
Calcium2 mg0%
Iron4.7 mg26%
Magnesium24 mg6%
Vitamin C0 mg0%
Vitamin A0 µg0%
Vitamin E-

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FDC 172523

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.

Protein42% DV
Iron26% DV

Original analysis by NutriVerdict

Versus the lamb, veal & game median

Nutrient density81 vs 72 median
Protein / 100 g21 vs 21 median
Fiber / 100 g0 vs 0 median
Sodium / 100 g103 vs 79 median

Original analysis by NutriVerdict

More nutrient-dense swaps

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

Game meat, elk, rawDensity 81 vs 81Game meat, rabbit, wild, rawDensity 82 vs 81Game meat, squirrel, cooked, roastedDensity 82 vs 81

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