Beef, cured, dried
* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Macronutrients
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| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Thiamin | 0.1 MG | 5% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.2 MG | 13% | |
| Niacin | 5.2 MG | 32% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.6 MG | 11% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.4 MG | 23% | |
| Folate, total | 10 UG | 3% | |
| Choline, total | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 1.6 UG | 66% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.4 MG | 3% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 1.3 UG | 1% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 8 MG | 1% | |
| Iron, Fe | 2.4 MG | 13% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 19 MG | 5% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 181 MG | 14% | |
| Potassium, K | 235 MG | 5% | |
| Sodium, Na | 2,790 MG | 121% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 4.9 MG | 45% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.1 MG | 8% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.0 MG | 1% | |
| Selenium, Se | 32.4 UG | 59% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Excellent source of protein with 31.1g per 100g, great for muscle building and recovery.
- Very low in fat (1.9g per 100g).
- Rich source of Sodium, Na (121% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Good source of Zinc, Zn (45% DV).
- Rich source of Selenium, Se (59% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Good source of Niacin (32% DV).
About Beef, cured, dried
Dried cured beef is intensely lean and concentrated. The curing and drying process removes nearly all moisture, leaving behind very high protein and almost negligible fat. It's one of the leanest preserved beef products around, though the sodium load from curing salts is worth keeping in mind.
Dietary Information
Beef, cured, dried is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, low-fat, high-protein, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Beef, cured, dried include Sodium, Na (121% DV) , Vitamin B-12 (66% DV) , Selenium, Se (59% DV) , Zinc, Zn (45% DV) , and Niacin (32% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 153 calories per 100 grams, Beef, cured, dried gets 81% of its calories from protein, 7% from carbohydrates, and 11% from fat. This is moderate, similar to many lean proteins and whole grains.
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