The Beef on Protein

Challenged to get enough protein each day? We’ve got you covered. Find out how to beef up your protein with Jack Link’s. Simple. Tasty. Easy.

 

THE BEEF ON PROTEIN

Protein can help to shed unwanted pounds, but it is important to make sure you are eating the right amount and the right kind of protein.  Healthy, active women should consume 65 grams of protein per day.

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Jack Link's Beef Jerky with another popular protein source-peanut butter.  You may be surprised!

 

HOW DO YOUR SNACKS MEASURE UP?

Choosing a healthy snack when you are in a hurry to get out the door can seem like a challenge.  What you end up putting in your bag can make a big impact on your health.  See how jerky compares to other snacks.

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The Latest Buzz on Beef

Read the latest buzz on beef below.
Go Lean With Protein  

Scientific research continues to suggest that protein has the potential to play a role in several aspects of weight loss and management. For example, emerging studies indicate a moderate increase in dietary protein each day, combined with a physically active lifestyle and energy-controlled diet, may improve the body's ability to build muscle mass, maintain a healthy weight and feel satisfied.  Courtesy of National Cattleman's Beef Association

9 High-Protein Snacks  

Busy men are always looking for nutritious snacks to eat when they are on the go. And the high-carb, high-fat, low-protein convenience store snacks just aren’t cutting it. Read about nine high-protein snacks, beef jerky included, that require little preparation and are generally low in both carbohydrates and fat.

On the Go protein.  

Jack Link’s meat snacks are low in calories, fat and carbohydrates, and high in protein. Slip a pack into your purse or gym bag for a quick protein laden snack. Learn more about this convenient and healthy snack choice.

Your Best Power Snacks Options ... Ready in Minutes!  

Beef Jerky is listed as one of the seven best power snacks by REPS! Magazine. It’s a snack that you can eat any time of the day to help you keep making fitness gains and building muscle on the go.

Beneficial Snacks For The Protein Diet, Part 2  

It’s simple for someone to select a high-carb, high-fat, low-protein, convenience store snack food since they’re easy to locate, require no preparation and are not costly. Nevertheless, a vital step to caring for a healthy body is replacing junk-food snacks with healthy substitutes. Read more about healthy snack choices suitable for a protein diet.

Grocery List for a Protein Diet  

If you're following a high-protein diet, you should always have plenty of high-protein entrees and snack foods on hand to keep you on track. Putting these five items on your grocery list will help set your diet up for success.

Proteins Are Not Created Equal  

Delicious. Sasifying. Keeps me strong. These are words often used to describe protein-rich foods we love and that help fuel our active lifestyles. But not all protein sources are created equal.

The difference between animal protein and plant protein can be significant. Learn more about the best protein source for you.  Courtesy of National Cattleman's Beef Association

Runners World: Eating for Optimal Recovery  

Eating for optimal recovery is one of the most important strategies a runner should practice. Learn how protein, like beef jerky, should be part of every meal and snack. A lot of runners focus on carbs, which you do need as the fuel source for exercise, but you need protein too.

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