nutrition facts
- Flavorful and tender red meat
- High in protein, iron*
- Low in fat
- Low in cholesterol
- Low in calories
- Healthy choice for consumers eating red meat
- No added growth hormones**
*Research by Dr. M. Marchello at North Dakota State University has shown that compared to other meat sources bison meat has a greater concentration of iron as well as some of the essential fatty acids necessary for human well-being.
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**Raised without questionable drugs, chemicals or growth hormones. In fact, federal regulations prohibit the use of growth hormones in bison, as well as antibiotics administered to promote growth. The National Bison Association Code of Ethics also binds members to uphold the commitment to keeping bison truly “all natural.” We are an active member of the National Bison Association and adhere to their guidelines.
Comparison
Species
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Buffalo
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Beef
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Pork
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Chicken
Fat Grams
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2.42
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10.15
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9.66
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7.41
Calories (KCAL)
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143
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219
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212
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190
Cholesterol (MG)
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82
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86
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86
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89
Iron (MG)
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3.42
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2.99
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1.1
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1.21
Vitamin B-12 (MCG)
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2.86
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2.65
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0.75
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0.33
Data Sources
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Buffalo
Separable lean only, cooked, roasted. USDA NDB No. 17157
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Beef
Composite of trimmed retail cuts, separable lean only trimmed to 0" fat, choice, cooked. USDA NDB No. 13365
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Pork
Fresh, composite of trimmed retail cuts (leg, loin and shoulders), separable lean only, cooked. USDA NDB No. 10093
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Chicken
Broilers or fryers, meat only, roasted. USDA NDB No. 05013.