Venison is a very lean, highly nutritious and a very healthy alternative to other red. A 4oz (114 grams) serving of venison provides 82% RDA of protein and just 216 calories and only 2.2g of fat. Venison is also low in sodium and naturally lower in saturated fat compared to other red meats like beef
RDA of essential nutrients in 4 oz (114 grams) of venison
- Iron (31.5%)
- Phosphorus (29.5%),
- Selenium (28.6%)
- Tryptophan (112.5%)
- Vitamin B1 (257.8%)
- Vitamin B2 (44.1%)
- Vitamin B3 (42.1%)
- Vitamin B6 (27.5%)
- Vitamin B12 (263 %)
- Zinc (65.3%).
In comparison to beef, a well-known source of iron, venison provides well-absorbed iron for less calories and fat. Iron is an integral component of haemoglobin, which transports oxygen from the lungs to all body cells and is also part of key enzyme systems for energy production and metabolism.
Venison is especially valuable for menstruating, pregnant or breast-feeding women, those suffering with anaemia, blood disorders, depression, dementia, Parkinson’s disease and Alzheimer’s disease. It is also a good choice for growing children and adolescents who have increased needs for iron.
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