Meat and Poultry / Game meat
Venison jerky
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 323kcal / 2530kcal (12%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 62.8 g/ 71g (88%) | ||||
Total Fat | 8 g/ 42g (19%) | ||||
Total Carbs | 0 g/ 348g (0%) | ||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0.25 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0.04%) |
Vit B1 | 0.06 mg/ 1mg (5%) |
Vit B2 | 0.56 mg/ 1mg (43%) high |
Vit B3 | 6.4 mg NE/ 16mg NE (40%) high |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 119 mg/ 750mg (15%) |
Phosphorus | 340 mg/ 700mg (48%) high |
Iron | 10.5 mg/ 12mg (87%) high |
Sodium | 2441 mg/ 1500mg (162%) |
What is this food?
Venison jerky is dried, cured meat made from deer. It’s a protein-rich snack, usually eaten in small portions because it’s also higher in salt.
Why it matters to health
Per 100g, it provides about 323 kcal and 8g fat with 0g carbs and 0g fiber. It also has 2441mg sodium, which can add up quickly if you eat jerky often or in large amounts. The protein helps keep you full and supports muscle repair, but the high sodium means it’s best to pair it with plenty of water and balance it with lower-salt foods across the day.
Healthier tips
- Use it as a snack, not a main viand—keep portions small (for example, a few thin strips) and eat it occasionally.
- Balance your day: since jerky has no fiber, add a fruit or veggie snack (like banana, apple, or carrots) to support digestion.
- Drink water with it, especially if you’re having it between meals.
- When possible, choose jerky with lower sodium or less-salty brands.
- For your usual 3 meals + 1–2 snacks: keep jerky to one snack slot, and make the other snack more fiber-rich (fruit, yogurt, or nuts in small amounts).
Common Filipino dishes
Tocino, Tapa, Longganisa, Beef jerky (local variants), Chicharon
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