beef 6oz has a high-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12 and Niacin.
It contains a low amount of carbohydrates, making it suitable for some of the low-carb diets. Its low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 32.9 gms of protein, it is very high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
However, the high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's high MUFA and low PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the bottom 20% of all food items. It is also ranked in the bottom 20 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".
It a good source of Vitamin B6 and Vitamin B12.
It has a low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is average in Magnesium, which is an essential micronutrient needed to keep muscle and nerve functioning normal and heart beat rhythmic. It also helps to support a healthy immune system, and keeps bones strong. It is also a very high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Based on the composite nutritive standing beef 6oz has been given a composite ranking of 38, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 32% | |
Calories from Fat | 68% | |
Calories from Carbs | 0% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 0 IU | |||
Vitamin C | 0 mg | |||
Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
Vitamin E | 0.32 mg | 1.1% | ||
Thiamin | 0.12 mg | 7.8% | ||
Riboflavin | 0.18 mg | 10.5% | ||
Niacin | 8.8 mg | 44% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0.91 mg | 45.5% | ||
Folate | 17.2 mcg | 4.3% | ||
Vitamin B12 | 1.6 mcg | 26.1% | ||
Pantothenic Acid | 0.93 mg | 9.3% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 37 mg | 3.7% | ||
Iron | 2.4 mg | 13.4% | ||
Magnesium | 34 mg | 8.5% | ||
Phosphorus | 310 mg | 31% | ||
Potassium | 510.3 mg | 14.6% | ||
Sodium | 85.1 mg | 3.5% | ||
Zinc | 5.6 mg | 37.6% | ||
Copper | 0.12 mg | 5.8% | ||
Manganese | 0.02 mg | 0.8% | ||
Selenium | 38.4 mcg | 54.9% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 0 g | |||
Dietary Fiber | 0 g | |||
Sugars | 0 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 32.9 g | 65.8% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Fat | 31.4 g | 48.3% | ||
Saturated Fat | 12.7 g | 63.5% | ||
Monounsaturated Fat | 13.4 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.2 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 424 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 31.4 g 48.3%
Saturated Fat 12.7 g 63.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 115.7 mg 38.6%
Sodium 85.1 mg 3.5%
Total Carbohydrates 0 g
Dietary Fiber 0 g
Sugars 0 g
Protein 32.9 g 65.8%
Vitamin A Vitamin C
Calcium 3.7% Iron 13.4%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 391
Protein 35.8 g | Carbs 44.6 g | Fat 8.9 g
Per Serving | Calories 250
Protein 17.9 g | Carbs 25 g | Fat 9.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 243
Protein 28.7 g | Carbs 13.1 g | Fat 8.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 430
Protein 40 g | Carbs 14 g | Fat 26 g
Per Serving | Calories 427
Protein 32.8 g | Carbs 43 g | Fat 15.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 457
Protein 24.4 g | Carbs 25.6 g | Fat 27.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 243
Protein 31.6 g | Carbs 15.4 g | Fat 6.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 237
Protein 19.5 g | Carbs 14.5 g | Fat 11.1 g