 Research
has shown that the meat from bison is a highly nutrient dense food
because of the proportion of protein, fat, minerals and fatty acids,
to its caloric value. comparisons to other meat sources have also
shown that bison has a greater concentration of iron as well as some
of the essential fatty acids necessary for human well being. |
|
SPECIES |
FAT GRAMS |
CALORIES KCAL |
CHOLESTEROL MG |
|
BISON |
2.42 |
143 |
82 |
BEEF |
9.28 |
211 |
86 |
PORK |
9.66 |
212 |
86 |
CHICKEN* |
7.41 |
190 |
89 |
USDA
Handbook 8-5:8-10:8-13:8-17
* Skinless |
| One
serving of Bison meat provides 34% of
the daily recommended amounts of protein, 32% of
zinc, 33% of iron, 10% of
niacin, 20% of phosphorus, 14% of
vitamin B6 and 42% of the
antioxidant selenium. Bison meat is also non-allergenic,
making it easier to digest by people with a red meat intolerance. |
|
Bison
falls into the gourmet or specialty meat category at your supermarket
or meat market. The value of bison is not what you pay, but what
you get in return. Nutritionally you are getting more protein and
nutrients with fewer calories and less fat. Bison is a dense meat
that tends to satisfy you more while eating less. 
Bison
tastes great! Most people interviewed feel bison is the most flavorful
meat they have ever tasted, with a sweet and rich flavor. Bison is
naturally flavorful and tender and can be prepared much the same
as beef without special handling.
Bison
are not subject to growth hormones or stimulants. The members of
the NBA feel so strongly about this that they have adopted a resolution
opposing the use of these substances in the production of bison for
meat.
