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Beef jerky Nutrition Facts

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Macronutrients

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 100g
Calories 102kcal / 2530kcal (4%)

Macronutrients

Total Fat
3.6 g/ 42g (8%)
Saturated Fat
1.33 g/ 20g (6%)
Cholesterol
39 mg/ 300mg (13%)
Unsaturated Fat
1.09 g
Total Carbohydrates
3.7 g/ 348g (1%)
Dietary Fiber
0 g/ 20g (0%)
Sugar
1.2 g/ 63g (1%)
Protein
13.8 g/ 71g (19%)

Vitamins

Vitamin A
0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%)
Vitamin C
0 mg/ 70mg (0%)
Vitamin B1
0.03 mg/ 1mg (2%)
Vitamin B2
0.09 mg/ 1mg (6%)
Vitamin B3
4.4 mg NE/ 16mg NE (27%)
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Minerals

Calcium
10 mg/ 750mg (1%)
Iron
1 mg/ 12mg (8%)
Phosphorus
164 mg/ 700mg (23%)
source
Potassium
239 mg/ 2000mg (11%)
Sodium
694 mg/ 1500mg (46%)
Zinc
2.9 mg/ 7mg (44%)
high
What is this food?
AI-assisted
Beef jerky is dried, seasoned beef. It’s a convenient protein snack because water is removed, so it has a chewy texture and can be stored easily.
Why it matters to health
AI-assisted
Beef jerky helps support your daily protein needs, which is useful for keeping you full between meals and for muscle maintenance. However, it’s also usually high in sodium (about 694 mg per 100 g) and has some saturated fat (1.33 g per 100 g) and cholesterol (39 mg per 100 g). Too much sodium can be a concern for blood pressure, and too much saturated fat can affect heart health over time. Since it’s also low in fiber (0 g), it may not keep you full as long as snacks with fiber (like fruits or nuts).
Healthier tips
AI-assisted
  • Use it as a snack add-on, not a main meal—pair with fiber and water (e.g., jerky + apple/banana, or jerky + carrots/lettuce).
  • Watch portion size: try a small serving (a few strips) especially if you eat 1–2 snacks a day.
  • Choose lower-sodium or less-sweet versions when available.
  • Balance the day: for your 3 full meals, include vegetables, whole grains, and enough water so your overall diet has fiber and micronutrients.
  • If you’re eating jerky often, rotate with other protein snacks like boiled eggs, tuna, or yogurt to keep sodium intake reasonable.
Common Filipino dishes
Beef tapa, Beef caldereta, Giniling, Arroz caldo, Sisig
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