Cow liver is rich in iron, copper, the B vitamins and preformed vitamin A. Here are the nutrients found in a 3.5 ounce (100 gram) serving of beef liver:
- Vitamin B12: 3,460% of the RDI. Vitamin B12 helps the formation of red blood cells and DNA.
- Vitamin A: 860–1,100% of the RDI. Vitamin A is important for normal vision, immune function and reproduction.
- Riboflavin (B2): 210–260% of the RDI.
- Folate (B9): 65% of the RDI.
- Iron: 80% of the RDI, or 35% for women of menstruating age.
- Copper: 1,620% of the RDI.
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