GROUND BEEF

Wahlburgers
88 Excellent

At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 0
Category Meat and Seafood
Summary

This product consists solely of beef, which is a minimally processed, high-quality source of complete protein. It provides essential amino acids and nutrients like iron and vitamin B12 with excellent bioavailability. The lack of additives or harmful ingredients contributes to its high score, reflecting its nutritional value and minimal processing. Its plastic packaging can shed microplastics into the food and lowers its score.

Key ingredients 1

Beef
Good

Beef is a high-quality source of complete protein, providing all essential amino acids necessary for muscle growth and repair. It is minimally processed, especially when grass-fed, which enhances its nutritional profile with higher levels of omega-3 fatty acids and antioxidants. Compared to plant-based proteins, beef offers superior bioavailability of nutrients like iron and vitamin B12.

Risks

Excessive consumption of red meat has been linked to increased risk of certain health issues, such as heart disease and colorectal cancer.

Benefits

Rich in protein, iron, zinc, and vitamin B12, beef supports muscle health, immune function, and energy metabolism.

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Processing

Group 1 · Minimally processed

Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods

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GROUND BEEF

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Common questions

Is GROUND BEEF healthy?

GROUND BEEF scores 88/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — one of the stronger scores in Scout's catalog. This product consists solely of beef, which is a minimally processed, high-quality source of complete protein.

How processed is GROUND BEEF?

GROUND BEEF is NOVA Group 1: Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive GROUND BEEF's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Beef counts in its favor. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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