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Chuck Steak
Chuck Steak
Low concern
Beef chuck is a whole food rich in protein, iron, and B12. High intake of red meat is linked to elevated risk of cardiovascular disease and colorectal cancer.
Found in
4 products
What it is
Beef cut from the shoulder area of cattle.
Whole-food protein source; used in stews, ground beef, pot roasts.
Why it's flagged
- saturated fat
- red meat cancer risk at high intake
What regulators actually say
"Red meat was classified as probably carcinogenic to humans (Group 2A), based mainly on evidence for colorectal cancer."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
USDA FSIS regulated meat product
European Union — EFSA
Authorized food
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