Whenever possible, choose grass-fed beef sources. This costs a bit more, but the nutritional benefit is much better, and the flavor tends to be a bit richer and more powerful. There are several reasons why grass-fed beef is beneficial, and if you can make room for it in your budget, it’s significantly better than farm-raised beef. Cows raised on farms are generally kept in small pens and fed grain-heavy diets, which can lead to beef that is lacking in nutrients. Cows that are free to graze on grass and move around a bit more will have more nutrients from all the greens and tend to provide leaner and healthier cuts of beef, as the cows get more exercise and fresh air. Grass-fed beef is high in omega-3 fatty acids, which are anti-inflammatory, as well as CLA, or conjugated linoleic acid, a fatty acid associated with healthy body fat levels.