Beef Jerky vs Tuna

Side-by-side macro comparison. Beef Jerky vs Tuna per their standard serving sizes.

Beef Jerky

per 1 oz (28g)

116 cal
9.4g Protein
3.1g Carbs
7.3g Fat
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vs

Tuna

per 100g canned in water, drained

116 cal
26g Protein
0g Carbs
0.8g Fat
Full Tuna macros →

Macro Comparison Table

Macro Beef Jerky Tuna Difference
Calories 116 cal 116 cal 0% Beef
Protein 9.4g 26g -64% Beef
Carbs 3.1g 0g 0% Beef
Fat 7.3g 0.8g +813% Beef

Differences shown relative to Beef Jerky. Positive = Beef Jerky has more.

Which Is Better for Your Goal?

🔥 Weight Loss

Tuna

Higher protein-to-calorie density + lower absolute fat = more satiety per calorie.

💪 Muscle Gain

Tuna

Higher absolute protein per serving better supports muscle protein synthesis.

🥑 Low-Carb / Keto

Tuna

Lower carbohydrate content fits keto and low-carb macros without burning your carb budget.

Both fit most balanced diets. These verdicts reflect macro-only comparisons — taste, satiety, cost, and personal preference also matter.

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