There's a wide variety of flavors and types of jerky out there. So, instead of opting for a pencil-shaped Slim Jim, choose jerky that's made from whole meat, rather than a processed mixture of mystery meat, Dunn says. There are lots of trendy jerky brands these days (like New Primal Think Jerky , and even Trader Joe's ) with enticing flavors, so there's bound to be something that you find appetizing. In terms of choosing the type of meat, one jerky isn't necessarily "better" for you than the others, Dunn says. "It depends on the brand, but beef jerky could be a bit higher in fat than chicken or turkey jerky, so I'd recommend to pick a jerky that best meets your [dietary] goals," she says.