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Beef, variety meats and by-products, mechanically separated beef, 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 | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Thiamin | 0.1 MG | 6% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.1 MG | 9% | |
| Niacin | 2.5 MG | 16% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.3 MG | 6% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.3 MG | 17% | |
| Folate, total | 5 UG | 1% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 2.6 UG | 107% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0 UG | 0% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 485 MG | 37% | |
| Iron, Fe | 5.7 MG | 32% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 17 MG | 4% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 324 MG | 26% | |
| Potassium, K | 277 MG | 6% | |
| Sodium, Na | 57 MG | 2% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 3.6 MG | 33% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.1 MG | 6% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.0 MG | 1% | |
| Selenium, Se | 20.7 UG | 38% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Good source of protein with 15.0g per 100g.
- Good source of Calcium, Ca (37% DV).
- Good source of Iron, Fe (32% DV).
- Good source of Phosphorus, P (26% DV).
- Good source of Zinc, Zn (33% DV).
- Good source of Selenium, Se (38% DV).
About Beef, variety meats and by-products, mechanically separated beef, raw
Mechanically separated beef is a highly processed beef product created by forcing beef trimmings and bones through a sieve under high pressure to extract remaining meat. The result is a paste-like raw material used as a filler or base ingredient in processed meat products like hot dogs, some sausages, and certain canned meats. The fat content is high and the protein is moderate. It is not sold directly to consumers in raw form and does not resemble whole-muscle beef in texture or flavor.
Dietary Information
Beef, variety meats and by-products, mechanically separated beef, 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, mechanically separated beef, raw include Vitamin B-12 (107% DV) , Selenium, Se (38% DV) , Calcium, Ca (37% DV) , Zinc, Zn (33% DV) , and Iron, Fe (32% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 276 calories per 100 grams, Beef, variety meats and by-products, mechanically separated beef, raw gets 22% of its calories from protein, 0% from carbohydrates, and 77% from fat. This is moderately high, similar to many cooked grains and dairy products.
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