Secret Nutrients In Ground Beef

By Danny Farina

Ground beef is mostly known for its protein content and for it to be not as bland as chicken breast. It serves as another option for people on a high protein diet. Most people fail to realize the amount of nutrients in ground beef aside from the amazing taste. There is iron in ground beef as most people know, but what they probably don't know is there is another kind of iron as well known as heme iron. This type of iron is more absorbed by the human body and is crucial for red blood cell production and transporting oxygen. Nutrients like this make ground beef a shoe in for anyone with low iron levels including athletes and people on restricted diets.   

Another key nutrient in ground beef is vitamin B12, vitamin B12 is essential for brain function, nerve health, as well as DNA production. Vitamin B12 is found almost solely in animal products making it very accessible for everyone just like chicken. What people fail to realize is what vitamin B12 deficiencies can lead to in the human body. Some side effects are; fatigue, brian fog, cognitive issues, and sometimes nerve damage. Some other key nutrients to mention in ground beef are; niacin, riboflavin, and vitamin B6. 

Additionally, ground beef contains conjugated linoleic acid. Many people aren't aware of what this actually is. It is a naturally occurring fatty acid which can help boost metabolism and also contsains some anti inflammatory properties which is significant for athletes. All of the qualities make ground beef a great choice for your daily diet. 

- The Gang at Farmingdale Meat Market