Original Ultimate Jerky, Original
Processing Score
6.9Highly Processed
02.55.08.010+
Nutrition Score
4/10Fair
The processing score reflects 28 ingredients, including natural flavoring. The nutrition score reflects high sodium.
Nutrition Highlights
Little Or No Cholesterol ListedGood Protein Source
Nutrient Alerts
High Sodium
Data Updated
Oct 18, 2026
UPC
042234000593
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size28 g
Amount per serving
Calories
80
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 1g
1%
Saturated Fat 0g
0%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg
0%
Sodium 600mg
26%
Total Carbohydrate 7g
3%
Dietary Fiber 0g
0%
Total Sugars 4g
Includes 4g Added Sugars
8%
Protein 12g
Vitamin D 0mcg
0%
Calcium 0mg
0%
Iron 1.2mg
7%
Potassium 0mg
0%
* 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
22 listed · 3 flagged for reviewWATER, VITAL WHEAT GLUTEN, SOY PROTEIN ISOLATE, BROWN SUGAR, SOY SAUCE (WATER, SOYBEANS, WHEAT, SALT), YEAST EXTRACT, SALT, SUGAR, GARLIC POWDER, LESS THAN 2% OF: SPICES, ONION POWDER, BARLEY MALT EXTRACT, PINEAPPLE JUICE CONCENTRATE, NATURAL FLAVORS, CULTURED CELERY POWDER (CELERY POWDER, SEA SALT), CANOLA OIL, WHITE DISTILLED VINEGAR, BEET JUICE, CITRIC ACID, GUM ARABIC, PEA PROTEIN, ASCORBIC ACID.
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Why Does This Score Highly Processed?
In our analysis, Original Ultimate Jerky, Original scores Highly Processed. That classification is shaped by ingredients commonly associated with ultra-processed foods:
- Processed Dairy Ingredients (Soy Protein Isolate): Isolated proteins and modified ingredients indicate UPF.
- Natural Flavors (Natural Flavors): Despite being natural, these are highly processed extracts.
- Stabilizers & Gums (Gum Arabic): Industrial stabilizers common in UPF.
- Plant Proteins (Pea Protein): Isolated proteins require extensive industrial processing.
Within Jerky & Meat Snacks, this product is more processed than about 42% of the 2,448 products we've analyzed.
Processing classification reflects ingredient and additive analysis, not a judgment of any product's safety, quality, or healthfulness.
What These Ingredients Tell Us
We group Original Ultimate Jerky, Original's ingredients into ingredient categories and note how each relates to food processing. The notes below describe the category, not this specific product's formulation.
- Sugars & Natural SweetenersProcessing indicator
In this product: Brown Sugar, Sugar.
Natural sugars acceptable in moderation, excessive amounts indicate UPF.
- Industrial FermentationProcessing indicator
In this product: Yeast Extract.
Industrial fermentation for additive production.
- Salt & SodiumProcessing indicator
In this product: Salt.
Basic preservative, but high amounts indicate processing.
- Vegetable OilsProcessing indicator
In this product: Canola Oil.
Natural oils are minimally processed, hydrogenated oils indicate UPF.
- Food AcidsProcessing indicator
In this product: Citric Acid.
Common in both traditional and industrial foods.
- Synthetic VitaminsProcessing indicator
In this product: Ascorbic Acid.
Fortification often compensates for processing losses.
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About our scores and this content
Processing and Nutrition Scores reflect the ingredient lists and nutrient data we observe; they are our analysis, not absolute measures of health. Read the full methodology. This information is provided for general nutrition education and is not medical, health, or dietary advice. Product formulations change often, so check the actual label before purchasing, and consult a registered dietitian or your physician for personal guidance.
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