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davidov Posts: 95 Joined: 2002/10/24	2003/06/23, 12:15 PM What are your thoughts, comments on this protein filled snack? Is it bad for you? I know I sound dumb but I actually have no idea. I don't think I've ever even tried it but I probably will to add another protein filled meal I can take with me to the office. Does it have too much salt? Come to think of it, what is too much salt? Thanks. Also, does anyone know some tasty brands I can try?
	2003/06/23, 01:52 PM I'm not sure about the nutritional value, but I can say that Wild Bill's jerky is excellent. -------------- OSU Law Rugby....specializing in personal injury and pain & suffering.
davidov Posts: 95 Joined: 2002/10/24	2003/06/24, 02:33 PM Thanks, I'll try some if I find it. Is jerky a good, clean high protein snack comparable to protein bars though? Are there preservatives in it that can harm you?
tarab21 Posts: 508 Joined: 2003/03/31	2003/06/24, 02:54 PM probably not if you make your own... just buy a dehydrator and throw some turkey strips or beef strips in there for over night... it's the best
Carivan Posts: 8,542 Joined: 2002/01/20	2003/06/26, 11:35 AM I like the Jack linx brand. Very addictive, don't jave too much, as it sometimes has Hydrogenated crap added to it. Like Tara says, home made is best. -------------- You can walk to anywhere you want, it only takes time. Ivan Montreal Canada (aka SpongeBob Square Pants to some!)
tommishuck Posts: 59 Joined: 2003/05/05	2003/06/28, 10:27 AM i eat jerky all the time. it is very high in pro. and very low in fats and carbs. I try to eat it with a piece of fruit for a meal.
bowers Posts: 179 Joined: 2003/04/13	2003/06/29, 01:03 AM jerky is a good "snack" just watch the incredible sodium content in most of the stuff good luck
richardjst Posts: 410 Joined: 2002/07/13	2003/06/29, 10:48 AM Like bowers says, the sodium in these things can be outrageous...Just don't let it be at everymeal or snack. -------------- Diet- Only take what you need...There is no fine line between want and need, there is the whole continent of South America.~Dick