Bison
Classified across 25 of 25 dietary frameworks
16 Allowed
4 Limited
5 Not Allowed
Nutrition Facts
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
146kcalCalories
20.2gProtein
7.2gFat
0.1gCarbs
0gFiber
0.1gNet Carbs
Why Diets Disagree on Bison
AIP classifies bison as Allowed because it evaluates foods by whether the food contains compounds AIP suspects of provoking immune activity. Alkaline, on the other hand, classifies it as Not Allowed because it evaluates by PRAL score (potential renal acid load). Different diets use different evaluation criteria, which is why the same food can receive opposite classifications. 4 diets classify bison as Limited — meaning it fits under specific conditions like portion size, preparation method, or brand selection.