Sodium in Beef

FOOD

SERVING SIZE & PREPARATION

NUTRITION NOTES

SODIUM MILLIGRAMS

Sodium in Beef Liver

3 ounces

braised

Rich in zinc and iron.  Eat with steamed onions to offset fat and cholesterol as beef liver is devoid of fiber. Liver absorbs hormones fed to cattle; the older the species, the higher accumulation.   High in cholesterol.  Should be avoided by individuals with gout.

60 mg

Sodium in Blade Roast

3 ounces

Excellent source of zinc, rich in heme iron.  Half the fat is saturated.

90 mg

Sodium in Bottom Round Roast

3 ounces, lean only

Rich in zinc (promotes blood clotting/assists white blood cells in fighting off infection/speeds wound healing). High in cholesterol.

45 mg

Sodium in Brisket

3 ounces, braised

Zinc enriched.

60 mg

Sodium in Eye Round Roast

3 ounces, lean only, roasted

Good source of protein and zinc.

55 mg

Sodium in Filet Mignon

3 ounces, lean only

High in fat and cholesterol.

75 mg

Sodium in Flank Steak

3 ounces, lean only

Rich in zinc; eat with carbs to offset fat.

75 mg

Sodium in Ground Beef (Extra-Lean)

3 ounces

Cook in microwave which will rid the meat of more fat than conventional cooking.

60 mg

Sodium in Porterhouse Steak

3 ounces, lean only

As with all red meats, eat in moderation due to high fat content and an increase in your cancer risk factor.

55 mg

Sodium in Pot Roast, Arm

3 ounces, lean only

Niacin, riboflavin, zinc, magnesium, potassium; moderate amount of fat and cholesterol.

55 mg

Sodium in Rib Eye Steak

3 ounces, lean only

Zinc, protein, iron, B vitamins-specifically B-12.

60 mg

Sodium in Shank Cross Cut

3 ounces, lean only

great for making soup

Superior source of B-12.

55 mg

Sodium in Short Ribs

3 ounces, lean only

Extreme in fat with over 1/2 of the total calories attributing to the count.  

50 mg

Sodium in Sirloin Steak

3 ounces, lean only

Good source of vitamin B-12.  Contains niacin, zinc, heme iron.

55 mg

Sodium in T-Bone Steak

3 ounces, lean only

Zinc, vitamin B-12.  Extreme in fat content.

60 mg

Sodium in Tip Round Steak

3 ounces, lean only

If you must have beef, this is perhaps one of your best choices with about 1/3 of the total calories derived from fat.

55 mg

Sodium in Top Loin Steak

3 ounces, lean only

Vitamin B-12, niacin, zinc.  Drain excess fat thoroughly from meat.

60 mg

Sodium in Top Round Steak

3 ounces, lean only

Another good choice if you must have beef.  

55 mg

Sodium in Tripe

3 ounces

pickled

Contains calcium; should be avoided if taking a MAO inhibitor.  May cause reaction in individuals allergic to molds.

40 mg