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Jack Links

Jack Link's Protein Bar Original

Jack Link's Protein Bar Original

Company's Description

Discover the soft and juicy Protein Bar from Jack Link's! These savory bars are made from salted and dried beef. It will come as no surprise that this snack contains a lot of protein. This Original variant is unique because of its delicious smoky taste. The perfect snack for after sports, on the go, or to enjoy as a snack.

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Chiggie Analysis

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Serving

‎🖖 22.5 g (1 bar)‎

Nutrition

Calories: 64 kcal
TotalFat: 1.8 g
SaturatedFat: 0.9 g
TransFat: Not Specified
Cholesterol: Not Specified
Sodium: 0.95 g
TotalCarbohydrates: 4.1 g
DietaryFiber: Not Specified
TotalSugars: 3.5 g
AddedSugars: Not Specified
SugarAlcohols: 0 g
Protein: 6.3 g
VitaminD: Not Specified
Calcium: Not Specified
Iron: Not Specified
Potassium: Not Specified
‎👋 Assessment: High-protein, low-carb snack with minimal fat, though sugar and sodium content is slightly elevated. Solid protein snack but not ideal for clean-eating or sodium-sensitive consumers

👋 Protein: Good – 6.3 g (for 22.5 g serving)
👋 Sugar: Moderate – 3.5 g
👋 Fat: Low – 1.8 g
👋 Sodium: High – 0.95 g (42% RI per 100g)
👋 Carbohydrates: Low – 4.1 g

Ingredients

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Beef, sugar, salt, soy sauce powder, maltodextrin, yeast extract, spices, preservative (sodium nitrite), smoke flavoring.

‏‏‎ ‎👋 Beef is a quality protein source, but added sugar, maltodextrin, and sodium nitrite reduce its health profile.

What We Like & What to Watch For

‎👍 High protein, Low fat, Low carb

‎🙄 Contains preservatives, High sodium, Added sugar

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Allergan

🤧 Contains: ‎Soy
🫣 May Contain:Gluten (from soy sauce)
😇 Free From: Milk, Eggs, Nuts, Peanuts

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Taste Profile

‎😋 Savory, Meaty, Smoky, Salty‏‏

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Ideal Use

‎✍️ High-protein snack for on-the-go, gym bag, or outdoor trips
Ideal for carnivores, keto followers, or low-carb eaters; not suitable for vegetarians or clean-eaters

🤝 Portable protein, low-carb, savory flavor for meat lovers

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Protein & Energy Source

‎💪 Beef‎

‎‎‎✊ Beef and small amounts of sugar

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Diet Profile

‎🤘 HighProtein, LowFat, KetoFriendly‎

Is it for you?

Athlete: Yes – especially during cutting or keto
BusyProfessional: Yes – portable and filling
Diabetic: Moderate – contains some sugar and maltodextrin
EnduranceAthlete: Yes – protein recovery support
FrequentTraveler: Yes – long shelf life and no refrigeration needed
KidFriendly: No – high sodium and preservatives
Parent: Moderate – depends on sodium tolerance
SeniorCitizen: Caution – high sodium and preservatives
NaturalLifestyleBuyer: No – processed additives
WellnessSeeker: Moderate – good macros but processed
WholeFoodPurist: No
WeightLossSeeker: Yes – low calorie and high protein

Still Curious?

Why B?

This beef bar is high in protein and low in carbohydrates and sugars, making it suitable for low-carb and high-protein diets. However, it includes preservatives, maltodextrin, and is relatively high in sodium, which lowers its clean-label appeal.

Dietary Analysis

HighProtein: Yes
HighFiber: No
LowSugar: Moderate
LowSodium: No
LowFat: Yes
GlutenFree: No (soy sauce may contain wheat)
Vegan: No
Vegetarian: No
KetoFriendly: Yes
PaleoFriendly: No (contains sugar, soy sauce, maltodextrin)

Glycemic Index Estimation

Moderate due to added sugar and maltodextrin, Low carbs overall but may still raise blood sugar slightly‎‎ ‎

‎‎*note: this is estimate. Low GI is good for health.

Good Ingredients

Beef: High-quality, complete protein source
Spices: Natural flavoring, no issues

Permissible Ingredients

Soy sauce powder: Adds flavor and umami but contains sodium
Yeast extract: Flavor enhancer, generally safe

Cautionary Ingredients

Sugar: Added sugar in a savory snack is unnecessary
Maltodextrin: Highly processed and can spike blood sugar
Sodium nitrite: Preservative with potential health concerns if overconsumed

Artificial Ingredients

SweetenersUsed: No
Additives: Maltodextrin, Sodium nitrite
ArtificialColors: No
ArtificialFlavors: Not Specified
ArtificialPreservatives: Yes – sodium nitrite
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This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical or dietary advice. Individuals with specific health conditions or allergies should consult a healthcare professional before making dietary changes.

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