Lamb, veal & game

Game meat, caribou, cooked, roasted

FDC 173854oz (85 g)

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Original analysis by NutriVerdict

Density 81 · +9 vs Lamb, veal & game median

On our Nutrient Density Score, which measures beneficial nutrients per calorie relative to the foods we cover, Game meat, caribou, cooked, roasted ranks among the most nutrient-dense foods we cover, scoring 81 of 100. Within lamb, veal & game it ranks 12 of 60. Per 100 grams it is an excellent source of protein (60% DV), an excellent source of iron (34% DV). Most of its 167 calories per 100 grams come from protein.

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Fig. 1 · Macronutrient composition
Protein 29.8 g · 75%Carb 0 g · 0%Fat 4.4 g · 25%

Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams

Nutrition facts

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories167 kcal8%
Total fat4.4 g6%
Saturated fat1.7 g9%
Cholesterol109 mg36%
Sodium60 mg3%
Carbohydrate0 g0%
Dietary fiber0 g0%
Sugars0 g
Protein30 g60%
Potassium310 mg7%
Calcium22 mg2%
Iron6.2 mg34%
Magnesium27 mg6%
Vitamin C3 mg3%
Vitamin A0 µg0%
Vitamin E0.4 mg3%

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FDC 173854

Original analysis by NutriVerdict

What it is rich in

Nutrients supplying at least 10% of the Daily Value per 100 grams. 20% or more is an excellent source.

Protein60% DV
Iron34% DV

Original analysis by NutriVerdict

Versus the lamb, veal & game median

Nutrient density81 vs 72 median
Protein / 100 g30 vs 21 median
Fiber / 100 g0 vs 0 median
Sodium / 100 g60 vs 79 median

Original analysis by NutriVerdict

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