Jack Link's Original Beef Sticks

Questions about Jack Link's Original Beef Sticks

Is Jack Link's Original Beef Sticks healthy?

TrustPick's ingredient review: some things worth noting. Its TrustPick Health Score is 60/100 (grade C). Per 100 g, sugar and sodium are below our "high" thresholds. Encapsulated Lactic Acid, Flavors, Cultured Celery Extract and Casing (Caramel, Annatto) are worth noting. "Healthy" depends on your diet and how much you eat; these facts come from the label and are explained in our methodology at trustpick.app/methodology.

What are the ingredients in Jack Link's Original Beef Sticks?

In label order (largest amount first): BEEF, WATER, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF ENCAPSULATED LACTIC ACID, SALT, FLAVORS, SEA SALT, YEAST EXTRACT, DEHYDRATED TOMATO*, CULTURED CELERY EXTRACT, SAFFLOWER OIL, CASING (CARAMEL*, ANNATTO). *ADDS A DIETARILY INSIGNIFICANT AMOUNT OF SUGAR.

Does Jack Link's Original Beef Sticks contain any ingredients worth knowing about?

Encapsulated Lactic Acid (worth noting): Permitted as an acidity regulator, but excessive consumption may cause gastrointestinal discomfort. Flavors (worth noting): The specific nature of the flavors is not disclosed, making it difficult to assess safety. Cultured Celery Extract (worth noting): Contains naturally occurring nitrates, which are regulated due to potential health concerns at high levels. Casing (Caramel, Annatto) (worth noting): Caramel color may contain trace contaminants depending on production method; annatto has been linked to rare allergic reactions.