Ground Round Broiled Hamburger Cooked Patty 85% Lean Meat / 15% Fat Ground Beef

Beef, Ground, 85% Lean Meat / 15% Fat, Patty, Cooked, Broiled [Hamburger, Ground Round] has a average-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Niacin.

It contains a low amount of carbohydrates, making it suitable for some of the low-carb diets. With 25.93 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.

Because of its high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is high in saturated fats and high in trans fats. It's average MUFA and low PUFA. The omega-3 content is low.

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a low density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also a high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Beef, Ground, 85% Lean Meat / 15% Fat, Patty, Cooked, Broiled [Hamburger, Ground Round] has been given a composite ranking of 14, and sparingly.