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Beef, variety meats and by-products, heart, raw
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Values for 100 g. Change the serving to recalculate.
* 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.
Vitamins
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 2 MG | 2% | |
| Thiamin | 0.2 MG | 20% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.9 MG | 70% | |
| Niacin | 7.5 MG | 47% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 1.8 MG | 36% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.3 MG | 16% | |
| Folate, total | 3 UG | 1% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 8.6 UG | 356% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.2 MG | 1% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0 UG | 0% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 7 MG | 1% | |
| Iron, Fe | 4.3 MG | 24% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 21 MG | 5% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 212 MG | 17% | |
| Potassium, K | 287 MG | 6% | |
| Sodium, Na | 98 MG | 4% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 1.7 MG | 15% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.4 MG | 44% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.0 MG | 2% | |
| Selenium, Se | 21.8 UG | 40% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Low in calories with 112 kcal per 100g.
- Good source of protein with 17.7g per 100g.
- Good source of Iron, Fe (24% DV).
- Good source of Copper, Cu (44% DV).
- Good source of Selenium, Se (40% DV).
- Good source of Thiamin (20% DV).
About Beef, variety meats and by-products, heart, raw
Beef heart is the most muscle-like of the variety meats, firm in texture and deep red in color. Raw, it is genuinely lean, with protein levels that rival many conventional beef cuts and fat that is quite low. It tastes more intensely beefy than skeletal muscle, with a slight mineral quality common to organ meats. Slice it thin and marinate before grilling or sauteing for the best results. It is a nutrient-dense, affordable cut that deserves more attention than it typically gets.
Dietary Information
Beef, variety meats and by-products, heart, raw is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Beef, variety meats and by-products, heart, raw include Vitamin B-12 (356% DV) , Riboflavin (70% DV) , Niacin (47% DV) , Copper, Cu (44% DV) , and Selenium, Se (40% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 112 calories per 100 grams, Beef, variety meats and by-products, heart, raw gets 63% of its calories from protein, 1% from carbohydrates, and 32% from fat. This is moderate, similar to many lean proteins and whole grains.
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