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Game meat, buffalo, water, 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 | 0.0 MG | 3% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.2 MG | 15% | |
| Niacin | 6.0 MG | 37% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.2 MG | 3% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.5 MG | 31% | |
| Folate, total | 8 UG | 2% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 1.7 UG | 69% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0 UG | 0% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 12 MG | 1% | |
| Iron, Fe | 1.6 MG | 9% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 32 MG | 8% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 197 MG | 16% | |
| Potassium, K | 297 MG | 6% | |
| Sodium, Na | 53 MG | 2% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 1.9 MG | 18% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.2 MG | 17% | |
| Selenium, Se | 9 UG | 16% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Low in calories with 99 kcal per 100g.
- Excellent source of protein with 20.4g per 100g, great for muscle building and recovery.
- Very low in fat (1.4g per 100g).
- Good source of Niacin (37% DV).
- Good source of Vitamin B-6 (31% DV).
- Rich source of Vitamin B-12 (69% of Daily Value per 100g).
About Game meat, buffalo, water, raw
Water buffalo is one of the leanest large-animal meats in the USDA database. The raw protein level is strong while fat is almost negligible. Zero carbs. Water buffalo raised in Asia and parts of Italy - where it is also the source of true mozzarella di bufala - produces meat that is deeply red and iron-rich. The flavor is mild and slightly sweet, not gamey, and the leanness means it is well suited to quick-cook methods.
Dietary Information
Game meat, buffalo, water, raw is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, low-fat, high-protein, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Game meat, buffalo, water, raw include Vitamin B-12 (69% DV) , Niacin (37% DV) , and Vitamin B-6 (31% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 99 calories per 100 grams, Game meat, buffalo, water, raw gets 82% of its calories from protein, 0% from carbohydrates, and 12% from fat. This is lower than most foods and comparable to fruits and vegetables.
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