Big Chief Jerky - Original, Single Stick,, 25g (701)

7g of Protein

Beef jerky is an easy source of complete protein. A 25g serving of our Original Beef stick contains 7g of protein. Protein is the building block of the body's cells, and is one of the most important substances you can eat. It is essential to the human diet not only because it provides energy, but also because it is critical to the growth and repair of cells. Protein also supports the immune system and helps regulate metabolism.

Did You Know?

Beef jerky is high in protein and doesn't raise your level of insulin, the hormone that signals your body to store fat. This makes beef jerky an ideal between-meals snack, especially when you're trying to lose weight.

A bag of beef jerky will power your mind through the afternoon slump more effectively than a sugary drink. Although glucose is your body’s primary energy source, new research shows that your brain prefers protein. Scientists were able to establish that orexin cells, which release stimulants into your grey cells to keep your brain alert, work most effectively with protein-based fuel.

Source of Iron

Vitamins and minerals play similar roles in the body, regulating normal functions such as digestion, tissue growth, and respiration. Beef is a source of the mineral iron, critical to health because it assists the blood’s hemoglobin in carrying oxygen to the body’s cells. Iron is especially important in women between age 14-50 and iron deficiency is the most common nutritional deficiency in North America.

Trans Fat Free

Unlike other cuts of red meat, beef jerky is low in fat. Beef fat is comprised of approximately 35% monounsaturated fat. The consumption of monounsaturated fats are linked to a reduction in LDL cholesterol (bad cholesterol) and an increase in HDL cholesterol (good cholesterol). Big Chief Original Beef Sticks contains 6g of fat in total, with 0.5g from trans fat in a 25g serving.

Gluten Free

Gluten can be defined as any gluten protein or modified protein derived from the grains of the following cereals: wheat, barley, oats, rye, triticale, kamut or spelt. Big Chief Original flavored meat snacks do not contain wheat, or any above-mentioned grains and cereals.

Only 7g of Carbohydrates

With only 2g of carbohydrates in a 25g package, Big Chief Original Beef sticks has a high protein content while still being low in fat and low in carbohydrates. Big Chief Beef Jerky is an excellent choice for those of you trying to lose weight with a high protein, low carb diet, such as the Atkins diet.

90 Calorie Snack

A 25g serving of Big Chief Teriyaki beef jerky has only 90 calories. This amount of calorie intake makes Big Chief meat snacks a great choice, as it is good practice to keep snacks within the 100 to 200 calorie range.