Beef Jerky, Original

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Is Beef Jerky, Original healthy?

Beef Jerky, Original scores 65/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This beef jerky product uses high-quality grass-fed beef, which is a beneficial protein source with better nutritional profiles compared to conventional beef.

How processed is Beef Jerky, Original?

Beef Jerky, Original is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Beef Jerky, Original's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Grass Fed Beef, Garlic, Pineapple Juice count in its favor; Gluten Free Tamari Soy Sauce, Organic Brown Sugar are flagged as ingredients of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Beef Jerky, Original

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65 Fair

Analysis updated June 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 4
Harmful ingredients 2
Owned by Sprouts Farmers Market
Category Jerky
Summary

This beef jerky product uses high-quality grass-fed beef, which is a beneficial protein source with better nutritional profiles compared to conventional beef. However, it contains organic brown sugar, which contributes to added sugars and can impact blood sugar levels negatively. The product is moderately processed, which limits its score despite the use of some natural ingredients like garlic and pineapple juice.

Key ingredients 6

Grass Fed Beef
Very Good

This ingredient provides high-quality, minimally processed protein from grass-fed sources, which is beneficial for a nutritious snack.

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Garlic
Good

Garlic is a natural ingredient known for its flavor and potential health benefits, making it a positive addition.

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Pineapple Juice
Good

Pineapple juice adds natural sweetness and flavor, enhancing the product without artificial additives.

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Liquid Smoke
Good

Liquid smoke provides a smoky flavor without the need for artificial flavorings, making it a natural seasoning.

Gluten Free Tamari Soy Sauce
Bad

While it adds flavor, this soy sauce contains added sodium and preservatives, which can be less healthy if consumed in excess.

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Organic Brown Sugar
Bad

Brown sugar contributes added sugars to the product, which can impact health if consumed frequently or in large amounts.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

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