Nutrition Information and Resources for Healthcare Professionals
Beef is an excellent source of protein and supplies 10 essential nutrients including B-vitamins, zinc, and iron. Research and clinical studies have shown the various benefits to consuming lean beef and how it plays an important role in a heart-healthy diet and lifestyle. Learn more about the research and studies behind beef's nutritional qualities.
Protein — Essential for Life
Beef is an excellent source of protein that contains essential amino acids. The high-quality proteins found in beef supports weigh management, satiety, muscle growth and repair as well as healthy aging.
Beef and Health
Beef has an abundance of nutrients like B-vitamins, zinc, iron and protein and comes in a delicious package. Among the many benefits you get from enjoying lean beef, one of the most remarkable is its role in supporting health.
All About Lean Beef
Improvements in raising cattle and enhanced trimming practices have led to more lean beef cuts available to choose from. Lean beef has less than 10 grams of total fat in a 3 oz. cooked serving.
Nutrition Through the Lifecycle
Humans generally require the same nutrients throughout life, from infancy to adulthood. The amounts of certain nutrients vary depending on the stage of life but eating beef can help meet these different nutritional needs.
Beef Nutrition Education Hub
The Beef Nutrition Education Hub, managed by a team of nutrition scientists and registered dietitians, is an education portal tailored to support the needs of the health and nutrition community. Create an account, access on-demand courses and earn complimentary continuing professional education credits approved by the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
Nutrition Seminar Program
The Nutrition Seminar Program, funded by the Beef Checkoff, works in collaboration with State Beef Councils to provide credentialed health and nutrition experts to speak on cutting-edge issues at State Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics meetings, as well as other state-wide meetings and conferences whose audiences include credentialed health professionals.
Nutrition Infographics
Use these educational fact sheets and infographics to share nutrition information about beef with your own audiences.
School Foodservice Recipes
Beef Nutrition Virtual Learning Experiences
Check out a variety of educational resources focused on a broad range of beef-related topics. If you are a healthcare professional seeking continuing education credits, visit the Beef nutrition education hub, specifically tailored to support the needs of the health and nutrition community by providing complimentary CPEUs, approved by the Commission on Dietetic Registration and the American College of Sports Medicine.
K-12 School Nutrition Information
Beef's 10 essential nutrients help strengthen school meals success, including B-vitamins, zinc, and iron. High-quality protein. 100% Creditable. Research and clinical studies have shown the benefits to consuming lean beef and how it plays an important role in filling nutrient gaps.
Resources for School Nutrition Professionals
School Nutrition Recipes
Beef. It's What's For Dinner.® has partnered with Healthy School Recipes. Visit their site for nutritious beef recipes that keep students fueled for the classroom, by supporting optimal growth and cognitive development.
Educational Videos
Plant Forward School Meals with Beef
Plant Forward School Meals with Beef featuring Randi Boleman, PhD, RD, LD, CSSD and Shalene McNeill PhD, RD
Ground Beef Cooking Tips
The Wisconsin Beef Council and our chef partner share best practices for cooking with raw ground beef in school food service settings. Learn food safety practices, bulk batch preparation and more cooking tips for your kitchen equipment.
Beef Stir-Fry Tips
In partnership with the Wisconsin Beef Council, we review guidelines and best practices for cooking with beef in school food service kitchens and demonstrate using beef as a whole muscle substitute in stir-fries.
Burger and Meatball Tips
Together the Wisconsin Beef Council and our chef partner showcase beef purchasing practices and how to credit locally purchased beef. View a live demonstration using local beef to make meatballs and smashburgers.
Cut Nutritionals
All beef cuts contain 10 essential nutrients including protein, zinc, iron and many B vitamins. See the individual nutritional profile of some of the classic and up-and-coming beef cuts.
Resources for Retail Dietitians
With more dietitians working in retail grocery, there's an opportunity for meat departments and dietitians to work together to help people understand the meat case and the nutritional benefits of beef.
Beef in a Healthy, Sustainable Diet
Learn how beef promotes health and helps prevent nutrient deficiencies, and the ways in which cattle play a unique role in our food system by upcycling inedible plants to high-quality protein.
Strength: The Field Manual
A go-to action plan for building strength through good nutrition, physical activity, recovery, and rest. This resource will walk you through the why and how to take action with your nutrition and fitness to develop the strength to be your best.