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Beef Jerky

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Common questions

Is Beef Jerky healthy?

Beef Jerky 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 contains high-quality beef, which is a good source of protein and essential nutrients.

How processed is Beef Jerky?

Beef Jerky is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Beef Jerky's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Beef counts in its favor; sugar, flavors, yeast extract 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

65 Fair

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

$19.83 · 0.625 oz · pack of 20 · $1.59 / ounce
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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 3
Category Jerky
Summary

This beef jerky contains high-quality beef, which is a good source of protein and essential nutrients. However, the presence of added sugar and vague 'flavors' detracts from its healthiness, as these can contribute to excessive calorie intake and lack transparency. The product is processed, which limits its score potential, and the high sodium content is also a concern for cardiovascular health.

Key ingredients 6

Beef
Very Good

Beef is a high-quality source of protein and essential nutrients, making it a beneficial ingredient in this product.

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water
Neutral

Water is used as a processing component and does not significantly impact the nutritional quality or healthfulness.

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salt
Neutral

Salt is necessary for flavor and preservation but should be consumed in moderation to avoid health issues.

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sugar
Bad

Sugar adds sweetness but can contribute to excess calorie intake and negatively affect health when consumed in large amounts.

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flavors
Bad

Flavorings are added to enhance taste but can contain artificial or unspecified ingredients that may be undesirable.

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yeast extract
Bad

Concentrated glutamate source — MSG-adjacent flavor enhancer.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

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