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Classic Beef Stick, 1 OZ
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Classic Beef Stick, 1 OZ

New Primal
Available at Whole Foods
90
Calories
8g
Protein
380mg
Sodium
32
Ingredients

What You Should Know

You’d spot this beef stick in the refrigerated snack or deli section, or pull one from a backpack on a hike, road trip, or quick office snack break. It gives a rustic, protein-forward, slightly nostalgic jerky vibe, but the firm chew and long shelf-life come from curing, collagen casing and encapsulated additives — clues that it’s made with industrial processing techniques associated with ultra-processed foods.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 STICK
Servings per Container: 5
Calories90
% Daily Value*
Total Fat6g8%
Saturated Fat2.5g13%
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol25mg8%
Sodium380mg17%
Total Carbohydrate1g0%
Protein8g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

GRASS-FED, BEEF, SEA, SALT, CONTAINS, LESS, THAN, 2%, OF, ENCAPSULATED, CITRIC, ACID, CULTURED, CELERY, POWDER, (CELERY, POWDER,, SEA, SALT), GARLIC, POWDER, ONION, POWDER, GINGER, BLACK, PEPPER, LEMON, PEEL, IN, BEEF, COLLAGEN, CASING..

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Despite mostly recognisable ingredients, the product uses encapsulated citric acid, cultured celery powder as a cure/preservative and a collagen casing, plus industrial curing/processing — features characteristic of NOVA 4 ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Classic Beef Stick, 1 OZ

The Classic Beef Stick can be a healthy snack choice, especially for those looking for a high-protein option. With 8 grams of protein and only 90 calories, it's a satisfying bite that keeps you fueled without a sugar crash. Just remember, 'healthy' can be subjective — it's great for a quick snack but best enjoyed as part of a balanced diet!

Perfect For

road-trip
post-workout
game-day-prep

Vibe:

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$2.29
per package