Caribou, rump meat, half dried (Alaska Native)
* 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 | 0.3 MG | 28% | |
| Riboflavin | 1.2 MG | 95% | |
| Niacin | 13.2 MG | 83% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 2.9 MG | 59% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.6 MG | 36% | |
| Folate, total | 3 UG | 1% | |
| Choline, total | 202.7 MG | 37% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 7.2 UG | 298% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 52 UG | 6% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.1 MG | 1% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 1.1 UG | 1% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 14 MG | 1% | |
| Iron, Fe | 11 MG | 61% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 60 MG | 14% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 480 MG | 38% | |
| Potassium, K | 710 MG | 15% | |
| Sodium, Na | 390 MG | 17% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 9.4 MG | 85% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.6 MG | 67% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.1 MG | 4% | |
| Selenium, Se | 30.5 UG | 55% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Excellent source of protein with 52.1g per 100g, great for muscle building and recovery.
- Rich source of Iron, Fe (61% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Good source of Phosphorus, P (38% DV).
- Rich source of Zinc, Zn (85% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Rich source of Copper, Cu (67% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Rich source of Selenium, Se (55% of Daily Value per 100g).
About Caribou, rump meat, half dried (Alaska Native)
Half-dried caribou rump meat is one of the most protein-dense entries in the traditional Alaska Native diet. Drying removes most of the moisture while preserving the protein, resulting in a concentrated, chewy food with almost no fat remaining in the rump cut and zero carbohydrates. The flavor is intensely savory and gamey. It functions as a preserved, portable food that kept hunters fed over long distances, with a nutritional profile that rivals commercial jerky but without any additives.
Dietary Information
Caribou, rump meat, half dried (Alaska Native) is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, high-protein, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Caribou, rump meat, half dried (Alaska Native) include Vitamin B-12 (298% DV) , Riboflavin (95% DV) , Zinc, Zn (85% DV) , Niacin (83% DV) , and Copper, Cu (67% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 255 calories per 100 grams, Caribou, rump meat, half dried (Alaska Native) gets 82% of its calories from protein, 0% from carbohydrates, and 18% from fat. This is moderately high, similar to many cooked grains and dairy products.
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