# item.guide
Side-by-Side Comparison Fresh Meats & Poultry

Ground Bison / Buffalo (90/10) vs. Ground Beef (80/20 Chuck)

Comparing 2 standards across 9 specifications. 9 key differences identified.

Comparing:
Ground Bison / Buffalo (90/10)
Ground Beef (80/20 Chuck)

Ground American bison (Bison bison) is naturally lean game red meat. Per 100g raw, it delivers 146 kcal, 20.2g protein, 7.21g total fat (2.9g saturated), 55mg cholesterol, and 2.76mg heme iron.

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Ground beef 80/20 contains 80% lean meat and 20% fat. Per 100g raw, it provides 254 kcal, 17.2g protein, 20.0g total fat (7.6g saturated), 71mg cholesterol, and 1.94mg heme iron, requiring a safe internal cooking temperature of 71°C (160°F).

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Specification Comparison Table

9 Parameters
Parameter / Spec
Energy / Calories
146 kcal 254 kcal
Protein
20.2 g 17.2 g
Total Fat
7.21 g 20.0 g
Saturated Fat
2.90 g 7.60 g
Cholesterol
55.0 mg 71.0 mg
Heme Iron
2.76 mg 1.94 mg
Sodium
68.0 mg 66.0 mg
Potassium
342 mg 270 mg
USDA Safe Internal Temp
71°C (160°F) (Ground game meat) 71°C (160°F) (Ground meat safety)