BEEF VS LAMB?

Great — here’s a detailed nutritional comparison of beef vs. lamb, focusing on common nutrients per 100 grams of cooked meat (typically lean cuts like sirloin or leg, trimmed of visible fat):

Macronutrients (per 100g cooked)

Nutrient	Beef	Lamb
Calories	~250 kcal	~280 kcal
Protein	~26g	~25g
Total Fat	~17g	~21g
Saturated Fat	~7g	~9g
Cholesterol	~90 mg	~97 mg

Micronutrients

Nutrient	Beef	Lamb
Iron	2.6 mg (higher in liver)	1.8 mg
Zinc	4.0–5.0 mg	4.0–4.5 mg
Vitamin B12	2.6 mcg	2.7 mcg
Niacin (B3)	5.0 mg	6.5 mg
Riboflavin (B2)	0.2 mg	0.3 mg
Selenium	~28 mcg	~25 mcg

Other Considerations

• Lamb tends to have slightly more saturated fat and calories.
• Beef usually provides more iron, which is especially important for women and athletes.
• Lamb can be richer in certain B vitamins, like niacin and riboflavin.
• Both are high in bioavailable protein and essential micronutrients.
• Grass-fed versions of both meats are higher in omega-3s and antioxidants like vitamin E.

Summary

• Beef is slightly higher in iron and lower in fat.
• Lamb is slightly higher in calories and some B vitamins.
• Both are nutrient-dense, and the differences are small unless you’re eating large amounts regularly or have specific dietary goals.

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