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Bison

+0.3

Bison is leaner than conventional beef with a better omega-3 to omega-6 ratio, resulting in a lower inflammatory impact while providing high-quality protein.

Ingredient score breakdown

Lean Protein

-0.3

Lower saturated fat than beef reduces inflammatory load while providing essential amino acids.

Omega-3 Fatty Acids

-0.2

Grass-fed bison contains higher omega-3s that help balance pro-inflammatory omega-6 fatty acids.

Heme Iron

+0.8

Red meat iron can still promote oxidative stress and inflammatory compound formation despite being leaner.

Why this score

This score is ingredient-based and weighted by DII-inspired evidence. Foods with added sugar, refined starches, and heavy processing trend higher; foods with fiber, omega-3, and polyphenols trend lower.

FODMAP note

Pure bison meat is FODMAP-free and suitable for low FODMAP diets when prepared without trigger ingredients.

Healthier alternatives

  • venison
  • grass fed beef

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