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.

Compare 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.

Snack Comparison Chart

Read the latest buzz on beef below.

Healthy Facts on Beef Jerky

Thursday, February 17, 2011 12:00 AM

Beef has been the topic of many health conversations throughout the decades, portrayed by some as a downfall to a healthy lifestyle and regarded by others as a nutritious addition to a well-balanced diet. Despite being a red meat-derived product, beef jerky has not received the same attention. Beef jerky is made from beef that has been dried. It has many of the same nutrients as beef, but also contains other ingredients.

High Protein Ready to Eat Snacks

Monday, February 07, 2011 12:00 AM

High-protein diets promote weight loss and help you maintain a healthy weight, according to the Harvard School of Public Health. While sources of protein like grilled chicken and baked fish are easy for lunch and dinner, snack time can be a challenge for protein lovers. Fortunately, there are a number of convenient high-protein, ready-to-eat snacks that will hold you over until your next meal.

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.

Beef Jerky to Lose Weight

Beef jerky is high in protein, which may aid in weight loss. A 1 oz. serving of Jack Link's beef jerky contains 15 g of protein, a nutrient that helps build muscle and other body tissues. Research from the May 2004 issue of the "Journal of the American College of Nutrition" suggests that high protein diets may help you lose more weight than dieting with a traditional diet, because your body burns more calories digesting protein than other nutrients, and protein is more filling than other nutrients.

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.

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

Friday, September 17, 2010 12:00 AM

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

Thursday, February 26, 2009 12:00 AM

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.