Is Grass Fed Beef Jerky Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Think Jerky
Grass Fed Beef Jerky is a snack from Think Jerky. It has a Zerotox safety score of 70/100, which means it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes grass fed beef and tamari sauce, which are quality ingredients. However, cane sugar raises concerns about added sugars, impacting the overall rating.
70 / 100
Why score is 70
The composition includes grass fed beef and tamari sauce, which are quality ingredients. However, cane sugar raises concerns about added sugars, impacting the overall rating.
Main concern
Cane sugar is present, which raises concerns about added sugars and their impact on health.
Why it matters: This ingredient is flagged in our analysis based on regulatory and scientific sources. Check the Ingredients section for details and see Data sources for methodology.
Regulation status: Ingredient safety is assessed from EU/EPA/CIR and similar databases; formulations may vary. Always read the product label.
Pros
- Grass fed beef is a high-quality protein source, contributing positively to the product's overall quality.
- Tamari sauce adds flavor and is made from organic soybeans, enhancing the product's natural ingredient profile.
Concerns
- Cane sugar is present, which raises concerns about added sugars and their impact on health.
- The inclusion of granulated garlic and onion may not appeal to all consumers due to strong flavors.
Who should avoid this product?
This snack may not be the best fit for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Each ingredient below is explained in the context of this snack so the page answers more than a simple label list.
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Is Grass Fed Beef safe in this snack?
Good
Grass Fed Beef is used here as base. Grass fed beef serves as the primary protein source in this jerky, indicating higher quality and better animal welfare standards.
Role in formula: base
Original: Grass fed beef
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Is Tamari Sauce safe in this snack?
Medium
Tamari Sauce is used here as flavor. Tamari sauce, made from organic soybeans, adds flavor but contains salt, which may raise sodium concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: tamari sauce (water, organic soybeans, salt, organic alcohol)
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Is Cane Sugar safe in this snack?
Medium
Cane Sugar is used here as sweetener. Cane sugar is used for sweetness, which can contribute to excessive sugar intake if consumed in large amounts.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: cane sugar
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Is Ginger safe in this snack?
Good
Ginger is used here as natural_extract. Ginger adds flavor and has potential digestive benefits, enhancing the overall quality of the product.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: ginger
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Is Granulated Garlic safe in this snack?
Good
Granulated Garlic is used here as flavor. Granulated garlic contributes to flavor and has antioxidant properties, supporting the product's quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: granulated garlic
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Is Orange Peel safe in this snack?
Good
Orange Peel is used here as natural_extract. Orange peel adds a citrus flavor and contains beneficial compounds, enhancing the product's natural profile.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: orange peel
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Is Granulated Onion safe in this snack?
Good
Granulated Onion is used here as flavor. Granulated onion provides flavor and has potential health benefits, contributing positively to the product's quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: granulated onion
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Is Sesame Seeds safe in this snack?
Good
Sesame Seeds is used here as natural_extract. Sesame seeds add texture and are a source of healthy fats, enhancing the nutritional profile of the jerky.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: sesame seeds
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Is Cayenne Pepper safe in this snack?
Good
Cayenne Pepper is used here as flavor. Cayenne pepper adds heat and may have metabolism-boosting properties, contributing to the product's flavor complexity.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: cayenne pepper
How we score
Our safety scores and ingredient breakdowns are based on regulatory and scientific sources. See Data sources & methodology and How Zerotox works for full details.
Product info
Product ID: 3472716
More from this brand: Think Jerky products in Zerotox
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Allergens detected: soy , sesame
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