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Red meat Calories
High in protein and iron
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
Red meat Nutrition Facts
Selected: 100 g
250
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
0g
· 0%
Protein
26g
· 40%
Fat
17g
· 60%
Fiber
0g
Red meat Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
2.5µg · 104% DV
B3
6.5mg · 41% DV
B6
0.4mg · 24% DV
B2
0.2mg · 15% DV
Minerals
Zinc
5mg · 45% DV
Selenium
18µg · 33% DV
Phosphorus
190mg · 27% DV
Iron
3mg · 17% DV
Red meat Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
Is Red meat Processed?
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Red meat Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Red meat Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Red meat Fat Profile
SATURATED
6.8g
MONOUNSATURATED
7.3g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.5g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (4.4:1).
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Red meat — Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories and how much protein are in red meat?
Red meat provides 250 calories and 26 g of protein per 100 g. It contains no carbohydrates.
Is red meat suitable for a keto diet?
Yes. With 0 g of carbohydrates per 100 g and a glycemic index of 0, red meat is compatible with keto, ketovore, and carnivore diets.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.