Is Slim Jim Monster Smoked Jerky Sticks Mild Flavor healthy?

TrustPick's ingredient review: some things worth noting. Its TrustPick Health Score is 62/100 (grade C). Per 100 g it is high in sodium (1640 mg) and saturated fat (12.7 g). Mechanically Separated Chicken, Corn Syrup, Natural Flavors, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein and 1 more 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.

How is Slim Jim Monster Smoked Jerky Sticks Mild Flavor different from Slim Jim Monster Smoked Jerky Sticks Original Flavor?

Compared with Slim Jim Monster Smoked Jerky Sticks Original Flavor, it also lists Less than 2% of: Dextrose and Natural Flavors and doesn't list Less than 2% of: Natural Flavors and Dextrose. Both come from the products' own labels.

What are the ingredients in Slim Jim Monster Smoked Jerky Sticks Mild Flavor?

17 ingredients, starting with Beef and Pork, Mechanically Separated Chicken and Water (largest amount first). The full list is shown above in label order.

Does Slim Jim Monster Smoked Jerky Sticks Mild Flavor contain any ingredients worth knowing about?

Mechanically Separated Chicken (worth noting): Regulated for quality and safety due to mechanical processing methods. Corn Syrup (worth noting): Widely permitted but debated for its role in added sugar consumption. Natural Flavors (worth noting): Natural flavors are permitted but their exact composition is often undisclosed. Hydrolyzed Soy Protein (worth noting): Contains free glutamate, which may cause sensitivity in some individuals. Sodium Nitrite (worth noting): Permitted in cured meats but linked to potential health risks at high levels.

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Slim Jim Monster Smoked Jerky Sticks Mild Flavor

Name: Slim Jim Monster Smoked Jerky Sticks Mild Flavor
Brand: Slim Jim
SKU: 00026200144863

Slim Jim

Listed as: Slim Jim Monster Smoked Jerky Sticks, Mild Flavor, High Protein, 1.94 oz. (18-Count)

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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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Mechanically Separated ChickenWorth noting
Permitted with limits in US
Regulated for quality and safety due to mechanical processing methods.
Worth knowing: Some consumers avoid mechanically separated meats due to processing concerns.
Corn SyrupWorth noting
Widely permitted but debated for its role in added sugar consumption.
Worth knowing: Often avoided by consumers concerned about added sugars.
Evidence debated

3 more flagged ingredients in this product

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TrustPick Health Score

62/100 · C

#27 of 52 meat sticks we list in United States.

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

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Product facts

Manufacturer: Conagra Brands, Inc
Serving size: 55 g (1 stick (55g))
Last updated: 17 Oct 2026

Ingredients

In label order, highest quantity first

1
Beef and Pork
2
Mechanically Separated Chicken
3
Water
4
Textured Soy Flour
5
Corn Syrup
6
Salt
7
Less than 2% of: Dextrose
8
Natural Flavors
9
Paprika
10
Paprika Extract
11
Maltodextrin
12
Hydrolyzed Soy Protein
13
Lactic Acid Starter Culture
14
Barley Malt Extract
15
Soy Lecithin
16
Citric Acid
17
Sodium Nitrite. CONTAINS: SOY.

Nutrition facts

Nutrient	Per 100 g	Per serving (55 g)
Energy	473 kcal	260.1 kcal
FatHigher than 75% of meat sticks we list in United States	36.4 g	20 g
of which saturatedAbout average for meat sticks we list in United States	12.7 g	7 g
of which trans	0.9 g	0.5 g
Carbohydrate	12.7 g	7 g
of which sugarsAbout average for meat sticks we list in United States	3.6 g	2 g
of which added sugars	3.6 g	2 g
FibreAbout average for meat sticks we list in United States	1.8 g	1 g
ProteinLower than 63% of meat sticks we list in United States	20 g	11 g
SodiumHigher than 73% of meat sticks we list in United States	1640 mg	902 mg

How it differs from Slim Jim Monster Smoked Jerky Sticks Original Flavor

Compared with Slim Jim Monster Smoked Jerky Sticks Original Flavor, Slim Jim Monster Smoked Jerky Sticks Mild Flavor:

also lists Less than 2% of: Dextrose and Natural Flavors
doesn't list Less than 2% of: Natural Flavors and Dextrose

From the two products' labels.

Who should check this first

High in fat: 36.4 g per 100 g, above the 17.5 g line. Worth a second look if you’re keeping fat down.
High in saturated fat: 12.7 g per 100 g, above the 5 g line. Worth a second look if you’re limiting saturated fat.
High in salt (sodium): 1640 mg per 100 g, above the 600 mg line. Worth a second look if you’re watching your salt intake or blood pressure.
Contains soya, a common allergen.
Contains wheat or gluten.

The TrustPick app runs these checks against your own diet, goals and family. See Made for You

Questions about Slim Jim Monster Smoked Jerky Sticks Mild Flavor

Is Slim Jim Monster Smoked Jerky Sticks Mild Flavor healthy?: TrustPick's ingredient review: some things worth noting. Its TrustPick Health Score is 62/100 (grade C). Per 100 g it is high in sodium (1640 mg) and saturated fat (12.7 g). Mechanically Separated Chicken, Corn Syrup, Natural Flavors, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein and 1 more 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.
How is Slim Jim Monster Smoked Jerky Sticks Mild Flavor different from Slim Jim Monster Smoked Jerky Sticks Original Flavor?: Compared with Slim Jim Monster Smoked Jerky Sticks Original Flavor, it also lists Less than 2% of: Dextrose and Natural Flavors and doesn't list Less than 2% of: Natural Flavors and Dextrose. Both come from the products' own labels.
What are the ingredients in Slim Jim Monster Smoked Jerky Sticks Mild Flavor?: 17 ingredients, starting with Beef and Pork, Mechanically Separated Chicken and Water (largest amount first). The full list is shown above in label order.
Does Slim Jim Monster Smoked Jerky Sticks Mild Flavor contain any ingredients worth knowing about?: Mechanically Separated Chicken (worth noting): Regulated for quality and safety due to mechanical processing methods. Corn Syrup (worth noting): Widely permitted but debated for its role in added sugar consumption. Natural Flavors (worth noting): Natural flavors are permitted but their exact composition is often undisclosed. Hydrolyzed Soy Protein (worth noting): Contains free glutamate, which may cause sensitivity in some individuals. Sodium Nitrite (worth noting): Permitted in cured meats but linked to potential health risks at high levels.

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