Beef is the culinary name for meat from cattle (Bos taurus)
. It is categorized as red meat, which contains higher amounts of iron than chicken or fish
. Beef can be prepared in various ways, and cuts are often used for steak, which can be cooked to varying degrees of doneness, while trimmings are often ground or minced, as found in most hamburgers
. Beef contains protein, iron, and vitamin B12
. However, high consumption of beef has been linked to an increased risk for heart disease and cancer
