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Bison vs Beefalo

Every measured nutrient, side by side. Per 100 calories first, since food densities differ.

Key takeaways

  • Beefalo has more protein per 100 calories: 16.3 g against 12.5 g.
  • Bison is lighter per 100 g: 159 kcal against 188 kcal.
  • Bison leads in 4 micronutrients, including Magnesium, Copper, Manganese.
  • Beefalo leads in 17 micronutrients, including Thiamin (B1), Riboflavin (B2), Niacin (B3).

Per 100 calories

Bisonper 100 calories

Macros

Calories100 kcal
Protein12.5 g
Carbs-0.094 g
Fat5.58 g

Vitamins

Thiamin (B1)Thiamin (B1)FunctionThiamin, also known as vitamin B1, helps convert carbohydrates into usable energy, which supports steady energy through the day. It also plays a role in nerve function.Top food sources of Thiamin (B1) →0 / 1.2 mg0%
Riboflavin (B2)Riboflavin (B2)FunctionRiboflavin, or vitamin B2, helps the body turn food into energy and supports healthy skin and eyes. It works alongside the other B vitamins in energy metabolism.Top food sources of Riboflavin (B2) →0 / 1.3 mg0%
Niacin (B3)Niacin (B3)FunctionNiacin, or vitamin B3, is central to energy production in nearly every cell and supports steady glucose response as part of that metabolic machinery.Top food sources of Niacin (B3) →0 / 16 mg0%
Pantothenic Acid (B5)Pantothenic Acid (B5)FunctionPantothenic acid, vitamin B5, is needed to build coenzyme A, a molecule central to turning carbs, fat, and protein into usable energy.Top food sources of Pantothenic Acid (B5) →0 / 5 mg0%
FolateFolateFunctionFolate supports DNA synthesis and red blood cell formation. It is especially important during periods of rapid cell growth.Top food sources of Folate →0 / 400 µg0%
Vitamin B12Vitamin B12FunctionVitamin B12 is needed for red blood cell formation and nerve function. It is found almost exclusively in animal foods, so plant-based eaters often need a fortified source.Top food sources of Vitamin B12 →0 / 2.4 µg0%
Vitamin CVitamin CFunctionVitamin C is an antioxidant that supports collagen formation, immune function, and iron absorption from plant foods.Top food sources of Vitamin C →0 / 90 mg0%

Minerals

CalciumCalciumFunctionCalcium builds and maintains bone structure and supports muscle contraction and nerve signaling. Most of the body's supply lives in bones and teeth.Top food sources of Calcium →4.3 / 1,000 mg0%
IronIronFunctionIron is a core component of hemoglobin, which carries oxygen through the blood. Steady iron intake supports energy levels and endurance.Top food sources of Iron →1.36 / 18 mg8%
MagnesiumMagnesiumFunctionMagnesium is involved in hundreds of enzymatic reactions, including energy production, muscle relaxation, and sleep quality, which ties into recovery.Top food sources of Magnesium →11.6 / 400 mg3%
PhosphorusPhosphorusFunctionPhosphorus works alongside calcium to build bone and teeth, and it is a key part of the energy-carrying molecule ATP.Top food sources of Phosphorus →104 / 700 mg15%
PotassiumPotassiumFunctionPotassium helps regulate fluid balance and blood pressure and supports normal muscle and nerve function, including a steady heartbeat.Top food sources of Potassium →189 / 3,500 mg5%
SodiumSodiumFunctionSodium helps regulate fluid balance and nerve signaling, but most diets already get plenty from processed and restaurant food. Keeping intake moderate matters more than adding it.Top food sources of Sodium →35 / 2,300 mg2%
ZincZincFunctionZinc supports immune function, wound healing, and protein synthesis, and it plays a role in recovery after physical activity.Top food sources of Zinc →2.36 / 11 mg21%
CopperCopperFunctionCopper helps the body form connective tissue and red blood cells and supports iron metabolism alongside zinc.Top food sources of Copper →0.049 / 0.9 mg5%
ManganeseManganeseFunctionManganese supports bone formation and acts as a cofactor for enzymes involved in metabolism and antioxidant defense.Top food sources of Manganese →0.001 / 2.3 mg0%
SeleniumSeleniumFunctionSelenium supports antioxidant defense and thyroid hormone metabolism. Just a couple of Brazil nuts can cover a full day's worth.Top food sources of Selenium →0 / 55 µg0%

Fats

Polyunsaturated FatPolyunsaturated FatFunctionPolyunsaturated fats include the essential omega-3 and omega-6 fats the body cannot make on its own and must get from food.Top food sources of Polyunsaturated Fat →0 g
Monounsaturated FatMonounsaturated FatFunctionMonounsaturated fats are found in olive oil, avocados, and many nuts and are linked with healthy cholesterol balance when they replace saturated fat.Top food sources of Monounsaturated Fat →0 g
Saturated FatSaturated FatFunctionSaturated fat is solid at room temperature and found mainly in animal foods and tropical oils. Keeping intake moderate supports healthier cholesterol balance over time.Top food sources of Saturated Fat →0 / 20 g0%
CholesterolCholesterolFunctionDietary cholesterol comes only from animal foods and has a smaller effect on blood cholesterol for most people than saturated fat does. Moderating intake is still a reasonable general target.Top food sources of Cholesterol →40.6 / 300 mg14%
Omega-6 (Linoleic Acid)Omega-6 (Linoleic Acid)FunctionLinoleic acid is the essential omega-6 fat most common in the diet, found abundantly in vegetable oils and nuts.Top food sources of Omega-6 (Linoleic Acid) →0 g
Beefaloper 100 calories

Macros

Calories100 kcal
Protein16.3 g
Carbs0 g
Fat3.36 g

Vitamins

Thiamin (B1)Thiamin (B1)FunctionThiamin, also known as vitamin B1, helps convert carbohydrates into usable energy, which supports steady energy through the day. It also plays a role in nerve function.Top food sources of Thiamin (B1) →0.016 / 1.2 mg1%
Riboflavin (B2)Riboflavin (B2)FunctionRiboflavin, or vitamin B2, helps the body turn food into energy and supports healthy skin and eyes. It works alongside the other B vitamins in energy metabolism.Top food sources of Riboflavin (B2) →0.059 / 1.3 mg5%
Niacin (B3)Niacin (B3)FunctionNiacin, or vitamin B3, is central to energy production in nearly every cell and supports steady glucose response as part of that metabolic machinery.Top food sources of Niacin (B3) →2.6 / 16 mg16%
Pantothenic Acid (B5)Pantothenic Acid (B5)FunctionPantothenic acid, vitamin B5, is needed to build coenzyme A, a molecule central to turning carbs, fat, and protein into usable energy.Top food sources of Pantothenic Acid (B5) →0.309 / 5 mg6%
FolateFolateFunctionFolate supports DNA synthesis and red blood cell formation. It is especially important during periods of rapid cell growth.Top food sources of Folate →9.57 / 400 µg2%
Vitamin B12Vitamin B12FunctionVitamin B12 is needed for red blood cell formation and nerve function. It is found almost exclusively in animal foods, so plant-based eaters often need a fortified source.Top food sources of Vitamin B12 →1.36 / 2.4 µg57%
Vitamin CVitamin CFunctionVitamin C is an antioxidant that supports collagen formation, immune function, and iron absorption from plant foods.Top food sources of Vitamin C →4.79 / 90 mg5%

Minerals

CalciumCalciumFunctionCalcium builds and maintains bone structure and supports muscle contraction and nerve signaling. Most of the body's supply lives in bones and teeth.Top food sources of Calcium →12.8 / 1,000 mg1%
IronIronFunctionIron is a core component of hemoglobin, which carries oxygen through the blood. Steady iron intake supports energy levels and endurance.Top food sources of Iron →1.62 / 18 mg9%
MagnesiumMagnesiumFunctionMagnesium is involved in hundreds of enzymatic reactions, including energy production, muscle relaxation, and sleep quality, which ties into recovery.Top food sources of Magnesium →0 / 400 mg0%
PhosphorusPhosphorusFunctionPhosphorus works alongside calcium to build bone and teeth, and it is a key part of the energy-carrying molecule ATP.Top food sources of Phosphorus →133 / 700 mg19%
PotassiumPotassiumFunctionPotassium helps regulate fluid balance and blood pressure and supports normal muscle and nerve function, including a steady heartbeat.Top food sources of Potassium →244 / 3,500 mg7%
SodiumSodiumFunctionSodium helps regulate fluid balance and nerve signaling, but most diets already get plenty from processed and restaurant food. Keeping intake moderate matters more than adding it.Top food sources of Sodium →43.6 / 2,300 mg2%
ZincZincFunctionZinc supports immune function, wound healing, and protein synthesis, and it plays a role in recovery after physical activity.Top food sources of Zinc →3.4 / 11 mg31%
CopperCopperFunctionCopper helps the body form connective tissue and red blood cells and supports iron metabolism alongside zinc.Top food sources of Copper →0 / 0.9 mg0%
ManganeseManganeseFunctionManganese supports bone formation and acts as a cofactor for enzymes involved in metabolism and antioxidant defense.Top food sources of Manganese →0 / 2.3 mg0%
SeleniumSeleniumFunctionSelenium supports antioxidant defense and thyroid hormone metabolism. Just a couple of Brazil nuts can cover a full day's worth.Top food sources of Selenium →6.97 / 55 µg13%

Fats

Polyunsaturated FatPolyunsaturated FatFunctionPolyunsaturated fats include the essential omega-3 and omega-6 fats the body cannot make on its own and must get from food.Top food sources of Polyunsaturated Fat →0.106 g
Monounsaturated FatMonounsaturated FatFunctionMonounsaturated fats are found in olive oil, avocados, and many nuts and are linked with healthy cholesterol balance when they replace saturated fat.Top food sources of Monounsaturated Fat →1.43 g
Saturated FatSaturated FatFunctionSaturated fat is solid at room temperature and found mainly in animal foods and tropical oils. Keeping intake moderate supports healthier cholesterol balance over time.Top food sources of Saturated Fat →1.43 / 20 g7%
CholesterolCholesterolFunctionDietary cholesterol comes only from animal foods and has a smaller effect on blood cholesterol for most people than saturated fat does. Moderating intake is still a reasonable general target.Top food sources of Cholesterol →30.9 / 300 mg10%
Omega-6 (Linoleic Acid)Omega-6 (Linoleic Acid)FunctionLinoleic acid is the essential omega-6 fat most common in the diet, found abundantly in vegetable oils and nuts.Top food sources of Omega-6 (Linoleic Acid) →0.08 g

Per 100 grams

Bisonper 100 grams

Macros

Calories159 kcal
Protein19.9 g
Carbs-0.15 g
Fat8.88 g

Vitamins

Thiamin (B1)Thiamin (B1)FunctionThiamin, also known as vitamin B1, helps convert carbohydrates into usable energy, which supports steady energy through the day. It also plays a role in nerve function.Top food sources of Thiamin (B1) →0 / 1.2 mg0%
Riboflavin (B2)Riboflavin (B2)FunctionRiboflavin, or vitamin B2, helps the body turn food into energy and supports healthy skin and eyes. It works alongside the other B vitamins in energy metabolism.Top food sources of Riboflavin (B2) →0 / 1.3 mg0%
Niacin (B3)Niacin (B3)FunctionNiacin, or vitamin B3, is central to energy production in nearly every cell and supports steady glucose response as part of that metabolic machinery.Top food sources of Niacin (B3) →0 / 16 mg0%
Pantothenic Acid (B5)Pantothenic Acid (B5)FunctionPantothenic acid, vitamin B5, is needed to build coenzyme A, a molecule central to turning carbs, fat, and protein into usable energy.Top food sources of Pantothenic Acid (B5) →0 / 5 mg0%
FolateFolateFunctionFolate supports DNA synthesis and red blood cell formation. It is especially important during periods of rapid cell growth.Top food sources of Folate →0 / 400 µg0%
Vitamin B12Vitamin B12FunctionVitamin B12 is needed for red blood cell formation and nerve function. It is found almost exclusively in animal foods, so plant-based eaters often need a fortified source.Top food sources of Vitamin B12 →0 / 2.4 µg0%
Vitamin CVitamin CFunctionVitamin C is an antioxidant that supports collagen formation, immune function, and iron absorption from plant foods.Top food sources of Vitamin C →0 / 90 mg0%

Minerals

CalciumCalciumFunctionCalcium builds and maintains bone structure and supports muscle contraction and nerve signaling. Most of the body's supply lives in bones and teeth.Top food sources of Calcium →6.83 / 1,000 mg1%
IronIronFunctionIron is a core component of hemoglobin, which carries oxygen through the blood. Steady iron intake supports energy levels and endurance.Top food sources of Iron →2.17 / 18 mg12%
MagnesiumMagnesiumFunctionMagnesium is involved in hundreds of enzymatic reactions, including energy production, muscle relaxation, and sleep quality, which ties into recovery.Top food sources of Magnesium →18.5 / 400 mg5%
PhosphorusPhosphorusFunctionPhosphorus works alongside calcium to build bone and teeth, and it is a key part of the energy-carrying molecule ATP.Top food sources of Phosphorus →166 / 700 mg24%
PotassiumPotassiumFunctionPotassium helps regulate fluid balance and blood pressure and supports normal muscle and nerve function, including a steady heartbeat.Top food sources of Potassium →301 / 3,500 mg9%
SodiumSodiumFunctionSodium helps regulate fluid balance and nerve signaling, but most diets already get plenty from processed and restaurant food. Keeping intake moderate matters more than adding it.Top food sources of Sodium →55.7 / 2,300 mg2%
ZincZincFunctionZinc supports immune function, wound healing, and protein synthesis, and it plays a role in recovery after physical activity.Top food sources of Zinc →3.76 / 11 mg34%
CopperCopperFunctionCopper helps the body form connective tissue and red blood cells and supports iron metabolism alongside zinc.Top food sources of Copper →0.078 / 0.9 mg9%
ManganeseManganeseFunctionManganese supports bone formation and acts as a cofactor for enzymes involved in metabolism and antioxidant defense.Top food sources of Manganese →0.002 / 2.3 mg0%
SeleniumSeleniumFunctionSelenium supports antioxidant defense and thyroid hormone metabolism. Just a couple of Brazil nuts can cover a full day's worth.Top food sources of Selenium →0 / 55 µg0%

Fats

Polyunsaturated FatPolyunsaturated FatFunctionPolyunsaturated fats include the essential omega-3 and omega-6 fats the body cannot make on its own and must get from food.Top food sources of Polyunsaturated Fat →0 g
Monounsaturated FatMonounsaturated FatFunctionMonounsaturated fats are found in olive oil, avocados, and many nuts and are linked with healthy cholesterol balance when they replace saturated fat.Top food sources of Monounsaturated Fat →0 g
Saturated FatSaturated FatFunctionSaturated fat is solid at room temperature and found mainly in animal foods and tropical oils. Keeping intake moderate supports healthier cholesterol balance over time.Top food sources of Saturated Fat →0 / 20 g0%
CholesterolCholesterolFunctionDietary cholesterol comes only from animal foods and has a smaller effect on blood cholesterol for most people than saturated fat does. Moderating intake is still a reasonable general target.Top food sources of Cholesterol →64.5 / 300 mg22%
Omega-6 (Linoleic Acid)Omega-6 (Linoleic Acid)FunctionLinoleic acid is the essential omega-6 fat most common in the diet, found abundantly in vegetable oils and nuts.Top food sources of Omega-6 (Linoleic Acid) →0 g
Beefaloper 100 grams

Macros

Calories188 kcal
Protein30.7 g
Carbs0 g
Fat6.32 g

Vitamins

Thiamin (B1)Thiamin (B1)FunctionThiamin, also known as vitamin B1, helps convert carbohydrates into usable energy, which supports steady energy through the day. It also plays a role in nerve function.Top food sources of Thiamin (B1) →0.03 / 1.2 mg3%
Riboflavin (B2)Riboflavin (B2)FunctionRiboflavin, or vitamin B2, helps the body turn food into energy and supports healthy skin and eyes. It works alongside the other B vitamins in energy metabolism.Top food sources of Riboflavin (B2) →0.11 / 1.3 mg8%
Niacin (B3)Niacin (B3)FunctionNiacin, or vitamin B3, is central to energy production in nearly every cell and supports steady glucose response as part of that metabolic machinery.Top food sources of Niacin (B3) →4.89 / 16 mg31%
Pantothenic Acid (B5)Pantothenic Acid (B5)FunctionPantothenic acid, vitamin B5, is needed to build coenzyme A, a molecule central to turning carbs, fat, and protein into usable energy.Top food sources of Pantothenic Acid (B5) →0.58 / 5 mg12%
FolateFolateFunctionFolate supports DNA synthesis and red blood cell formation. It is especially important during periods of rapid cell growth.Top food sources of Folate →18 / 400 µg5%
Vitamin B12Vitamin B12FunctionVitamin B12 is needed for red blood cell formation and nerve function. It is found almost exclusively in animal foods, so plant-based eaters often need a fortified source.Top food sources of Vitamin B12 →2.55 / 2.4 µg106%
Vitamin CVitamin CFunctionVitamin C is an antioxidant that supports collagen formation, immune function, and iron absorption from plant foods.Top food sources of Vitamin C →9 / 90 mg10%

Minerals

CalciumCalciumFunctionCalcium builds and maintains bone structure and supports muscle contraction and nerve signaling. Most of the body's supply lives in bones and teeth.Top food sources of Calcium →24 / 1,000 mg2%
IronIronFunctionIron is a core component of hemoglobin, which carries oxygen through the blood. Steady iron intake supports energy levels and endurance.Top food sources of Iron →3.05 / 18 mg17%
MagnesiumMagnesiumFunctionMagnesium is involved in hundreds of enzymatic reactions, including energy production, muscle relaxation, and sleep quality, which ties into recovery.Top food sources of Magnesium →0 / 400 mg0%
PhosphorusPhosphorusFunctionPhosphorus works alongside calcium to build bone and teeth, and it is a key part of the energy-carrying molecule ATP.Top food sources of Phosphorus →250 / 700 mg36%
PotassiumPotassiumFunctionPotassium helps regulate fluid balance and blood pressure and supports normal muscle and nerve function, including a steady heartbeat.Top food sources of Potassium →459 / 3,500 mg13%
SodiumSodiumFunctionSodium helps regulate fluid balance and nerve signaling, but most diets already get plenty from processed and restaurant food. Keeping intake moderate matters more than adding it.Top food sources of Sodium →82 / 2,300 mg4%
ZincZincFunctionZinc supports immune function, wound healing, and protein synthesis, and it plays a role in recovery after physical activity.Top food sources of Zinc →6.4 / 11 mg58%
CopperCopperFunctionCopper helps the body form connective tissue and red blood cells and supports iron metabolism alongside zinc.Top food sources of Copper →0 / 0.9 mg0%
ManganeseManganeseFunctionManganese supports bone formation and acts as a cofactor for enzymes involved in metabolism and antioxidant defense.Top food sources of Manganese →0 / 2.3 mg0%
SeleniumSeleniumFunctionSelenium supports antioxidant defense and thyroid hormone metabolism. Just a couple of Brazil nuts can cover a full day's worth.Top food sources of Selenium →13.1 / 55 µg24%

Fats

Polyunsaturated FatPolyunsaturated FatFunctionPolyunsaturated fats include the essential omega-3 and omega-6 fats the body cannot make on its own and must get from food.Top food sources of Polyunsaturated Fat →0.2 g
Monounsaturated FatMonounsaturated FatFunctionMonounsaturated fats are found in olive oil, avocados, and many nuts and are linked with healthy cholesterol balance when they replace saturated fat.Top food sources of Monounsaturated Fat →2.68 g
Saturated FatSaturated FatFunctionSaturated fat is solid at room temperature and found mainly in animal foods and tropical oils. Keeping intake moderate supports healthier cholesterol balance over time.Top food sources of Saturated Fat →2.68 / 20 g13%
CholesterolCholesterolFunctionDietary cholesterol comes only from animal foods and has a smaller effect on blood cholesterol for most people than saturated fat does. Moderating intake is still a reasonable general target.Top food sources of Cholesterol →58 / 300 mg19%
Omega-6 (Linoleic Acid)Omega-6 (Linoleic Acid)FunctionLinoleic acid is the essential omega-6 fat most common in the diet, found abundantly in vegetable oils and nuts.Top food sources of Omega-6 (Linoleic Acid) →0.15 g

Full profiles

Values come from the same measured catalog the Ration tracker uses. See the complete pages for Bison and Beefalo, including preparation variants and research-cited compound levels, or compare any two foods.

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