Beef Nutrition 101!

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What's in Beef?

Virtual Beef Counter

Compare the nutrient value of various cuts of beef in our handy interactive guide. Compare up to four different cuts at once.

The nutrient data for beef cuts are based on cuts that have been trimmed of visible fat.
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Good for You Fast Food!

Burgers are often misunderstood nutritionally. Lean ground beef is part of a healthy diet and hamburgers are nutrient-rich which means they provide a lot of nutrients like protein, vitamins and minerals per calorie. Here are some super tips to make that burger meal even better:

Tips for Toppings

Pack flavour and not calories with mustard, ketchup, hot peppers or pickles.
Load up the veggies - fresh tomatoes, onion, lettuce, and cucumber.
Leave the mayo, sauce or bacon off your burger and save 20 to 80 calories.

Chew on This!

A plain beef burger has 1/3 more nutrients per calorie than a plain chicken fillet sandwich.

Healthy Kid Combos

Substitute the fries with your burger. Choose a side salad, apple slices or baked potato instead.
Ask for a whole wheat bun for burgers.
Skip the pop - ask for water, milk (white or chocolate) or 100% fruit juice.
Try a yogurt parfait or fresh fruit options for dessert.

Size Matters

Walk away from super sizing - there is nothing super about it!
Ask for the small fries instead of large and save 60 to 330 calories.
Share with a friend - or ask for kids' portions.
Save 104 to 170 calories with a small pop instead of a large. Better yet, choose water or milk.
Choose a regular burger instead of a deluxe and say goodbye to between 70 and 280 calories.

Choose the Right Cut

Lean on Canadian Beef. Bite for bite Canadian beef is a nutrient rich choice for you and your family. Watch our video or visit our FAQ page.