Is Jack Link's Original Turkey Jerky healthy?

TrustPick's ingredient review: some things worth noting. Its TrustPick Health Score is 71/100 (grade B). Per 100 g it is high in sodium (1960 mg). Hydrolyzed Corn Protein, Flavors and Turkey Flavor (Autolyzed Yeast Extract, Turkey Broth Powder, Natural Flavors, Salt) 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 Turkey Jerky?

In label order (largest amount first): TURKEY BREAST, WATER, SUGAR, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF SEA SALT, BROWN SUGAR, REFINER'S SYRUP, HYDROLYZED CORN PROTEIN, SOY SAUCE (WHEAT, SOYBEANS, SALT), FLAVORS, CULTURED CELERY EXTRACT, TURKEY FLAVOR (AUTOLYZED YEAST EXTRACT, TURKEY BROTH POWDER, NATURAL FLAVORS, SALT), MOLASSES, and 2 more.

Does Jack Link's Original Turkey Jerky contain any ingredients worth knowing about?

Hydrolyzed Corn Protein (worth noting): Contains glutamate, which may cause sensitivity in some individuals. Flavors (worth noting): The exact composition of 'flavors' is not disclosed, which may include additives of concern. Turkey Flavor (Autolyzed Yeast Extract, Turkey Broth Powder, Natural Flavors, Salt) (worth noting): Contains glutamate, which may cause sensitivity in some individuals.

Food & BeveragesSnacksUnited States

Jack Link's Original Turkey Jerky

Name: Jack Link's Original Turkey Jerky
Brand: Jack Link's
SKU: 017082876263

Jack Link's

Listed as: ORIGINAL TURKEY JERKY, ORIGINAL

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TrustPick analysis

Some things worth noting3/5 ★

Ingredient rating 3/5 — nothing restricted, but more than 15% of ingredients worth noting. How ratings work

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Hydrolyzed Corn ProteinWorth noting
Permitted with limits in India
Contains glutamate, which may cause sensitivity in some individuals.
Worth knowing: Used as a flavor enhancer; some people avoid it due to potential sensitivities.
For some groups
FlavorsWorth noting
Status unclear
The exact composition of 'flavors' is not disclosed, which may include additives of concern.
Worth knowing: Some consumers prefer transparency in ingredient labeling.
Evidence debated

1 more flagged ingredient in this product

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TrustPick Health Score

71/100 · B

Combines ingredients, nutrition and processing level. How it’s calculated

An AI summary of how regulators in India, the EU, the US and Canada treat these ingredients, for consumer education. Not a medical device; not medical or legal advice. Product facts are shown separately from our analysis. How TrustPick scores products

Product facts

Manufacturer: Link Snacks, Inc.
Serving size: 28 g (1 oz)
Last updated: 17 Oct 2026

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Ingredients

In label order, highest quantity first

1TURKEY BREAST
2WATER
3SUGAR
4CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF SEA SALT
5BROWN SUGAR
6REFINER'S SYRUP
7HYDROLYZED CORN PROTEIN
8SOY SAUCE (WHEAT, SOYBEANS, SALT)
9FLAVORS
10CULTURED CELERY EXTRACT
11TURKEY FLAVOR (AUTOLYZED YEAST EXTRACT, TURKEY BROTH POWDER, NATURAL FLAVORS, SALT)
12MOLASSES
13MALTODEXTRIN
14CITRIC ACID.

Nutrition facts

Nutrient	Per 100 g	Per serving (28 g)
Energy	250 kcal	70 kcal
Fat	3.6 g	1 g
of which saturated	0 g	0 g
of which trans	0 g	0 g
Carbohydrate	14.3 g	4 g
of which sugars	14.3 g	4 g
of which added sugars	14.3 g	4 g
Fibre	0 g	0 g
Protein	42.9 g	12 g
Sodium	1960 mg	548.8 mg

Questions about Jack Link's Original Turkey Jerky

Is Jack Link's Original Turkey Jerky healthy?: TrustPick's ingredient review: some things worth noting. Its TrustPick Health Score is 71/100 (grade B). Per 100 g it is high in sodium (1960 mg). Hydrolyzed Corn Protein, Flavors and Turkey Flavor (Autolyzed Yeast Extract, Turkey Broth Powder, Natural Flavors, Salt) 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 Turkey Jerky?: In label order (largest amount first): TURKEY BREAST, WATER, SUGAR, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF SEA SALT, BROWN SUGAR, REFINER'S SYRUP, HYDROLYZED CORN PROTEIN, SOY SAUCE (WHEAT, SOYBEANS, SALT), FLAVORS, CULTURED CELERY EXTRACT, TURKEY FLAVOR (AUTOLYZED YEAST EXTRACT, TURKEY BROTH POWDER, NATURAL FLAVORS, SALT), MOLASSES, and 2 more.
Does Jack Link's Original Turkey Jerky contain any ingredients worth knowing about?: Hydrolyzed Corn Protein (worth noting): Contains glutamate, which may cause sensitivity in some individuals. Flavors (worth noting): The exact composition of 'flavors' is not disclosed, which may include additives of concern. Turkey Flavor (Autolyzed Yeast Extract, Turkey Broth Powder, Natural Flavors, Salt) (worth noting): Contains glutamate, which may cause sensitivity in some individuals.

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