Is Bison Better?

Yes, it a nutshell and here is why (taken DIRECTLY from the High Plains Bison website)!

Bison isn't "health food". It's food that's healthy, really healthy. Naturally lean and lower in saturated fat than beef, chicken, pork, or even salmon. Low in cholesterol, low in sodium, a great source of iron and a healthy dose of Omega 3 fatty acids to boot. The dense proportion of protein, fat, mineral, and fatty acids to caloric value make bison one of the more nutrient-dense meats available today.

High Plains Bison is lower in cholesterol than beef and chicken. Bison is naturally:

• EXTRA LEAN
• A GOOD SOURCE OF IRON
• LOW IN FAT AND SODIUM
• SUSTAINABLE

NUTRIENTS (per 100g)	BISON (grass-fed)1	BISON (grain-fed)2	BEEF3	PORK4	CHICKEN5	SALMON6
calories (kcal)	107	109	243	152	119	168
total fat (g)	1.49	1.84	18.19	6.48	3.08	8.56
sat. fat (g)	0.68	0.69	7.32	2.24	0.79	1.50
cholesterol (mg)	62	62	66	55	70	62
protein (g)	22	22	19	22	21	21
sodium (mg)	50	54	57	45	77	47
iron (mg)	2.5	2.6	1.9	0.8	0.9	0.5

*Golden Bison Company, LLC. **USDA National Nutritional Database standard Reference Release SR20. 1. Grass-Fed top sirloin, separable lean only, raw. 2. Grain-Fed top sirloin, separable lean only, raw. 3. Composite of trimmed retail cuts, separable lean only, trimmed to 1/8" fat, choice, raw. 4. Fresh, loin, center rib (chops or roast), boneless, separable lean only, raw. 5. Broilers or fryers, meat only, raw. 6. Sockeye, raw 

Bison tastes like the red meat you already know and love, but with a bigger, richer flavor that starts out hearty, then finishes with a hint of salty sweetness. It boasts a delicious juiciness and tender texture that makes it one of the most sought-after delicacies among steak enthusiasts.

 

Bison roam the plains and prairies, grazing on wild grasses, sagebrush and other native vegetation. What they don't graze on are hormones, antibiotics, or fillers. This is pure, honest red meat with no artificial ingredients whatsoever.

 

At High Plains Bison, we see ourselves as stewards, keepers of the flame. Our bison need room to roam and we give it to them. They also get plenty of fresh air, clean water, and warm sunshine. American bison herds are thriving once again thanks to foresight, respect and responsible husbandry, as well as a genuine desire to foster the survival of the species. So when you enjoy our bison, native grasslands are preserved, natural ecosystems flourish and herds thrive.