Question:
Why is it I see so many different responses to eating Beef Jerkey?

Some days I read that Beef Jerkey is okay, and then the next day someone else is saying stay away from it? I dont understand why it would be so bad. I buy the 1oz size and it only has 70 calories and 1 fat gram and of course has lots of protein. I surely cant see anything wrong with that. Unless you just cant tolerate it as i'm sure some can't. But i'm only 3 weeks post op and can eat it just fine. I have not eaten the entire 1oz because it is filling, but nutritionally it doesnt seem like a bad choice. If someone disagrees, can you tell me why? Thanks :)    — Summersect (posted on March 13, 2002)

March 13, 2002
I think the only real issue is whether you are far enough post op to eat it. Each surgeon has such a different protocol for post op eating. In many cases people aren't on "solid" food like jerky anywhere from 6 to 12 weeks post op. If your doctor has "ok'd" it for you, then go for it. But, if you're supposed to be on liquids or soft solids, well, jerky doesn't fit in that category.
   — BethVBG

March 13, 2002
I eat beef jerky all the time. I even carry in my purse. I am 6 months post op RYN and almost 100 lbs lost. I only need to lose about 30 or 40 more pounds. I will say I have eaten some beef jerky that didn't go down as well as the kind I always get. I buy it from Wal-mart in the yellow can. If I can help in anyway please feel free to e-mail me. I am not a Dr by any means, but I can offer support and tell you what I have been through.
   — Kathy H.

March 13, 2002
I love jerky, beef and hot pepper beef. however... it is salty and could probably pack on a little water bloat, I would recommend keeping the water uptake, especially when eating salty foods:)
   — Becky K.

March 13, 2002
When I ate beef jerky, it wadded up in my stomach and blocked my stoma. I know it doesn't happen to everyone, but the doc said no matter how much I chewed, it could wad, so don't eat it. I had to have an endoscope to clear it after three days and major dehydration.
   — mom2jtx3

January 18, 2003
Try a different brand. Not all are extremely tough to chew. Also try using kitchen sizzors and cut it up in small bits so you chew only small (tiny) bites. I LOVE beef Jerky. And will definitely keep eating it.
   — Jamie M.

March 25, 2004
I have discovered Mikes Finest Beef Jerky and it is absolutely delicious. It comes in Mild, Teriyaki, Spicy, Spicy Teriyaki, and XXX-treme flavors. It comes in the regular beef jerky, ground and formed which is more tender, and beef sticks. I buy all types for variety and it's all lean protein. Prices vary from $4.99 a 4 oz. bag to $9.99 a 4 oz bag. It can be ordered by calling Mikes Finest Beef Jerky at 785-209-0572 in Junction City, KS.
   — Leona B.