Biltong is the current new sensation
for healthy protein snacks in the world. Many health food companies have come
up with their own versions of marinades and flavor combinations for the snack.
The product is made up of different varieties of red meat. The quality and
taste of the product also depends on the type of marinade used during the
reparation process. However, the beef variety of the product is the most famous
in majority of the world. The beef variety is made up of 100% dried beef of
highest quality meat source. The two main reasons why the beef variety of this product
has taken the market by storm are:
Highly
concentrated form of protein
The core reason for the popularity of
the snack is the very low carb and high protein content. This is due to the
fact that to prepare 100 g of this snack, the curer will have to start with 200
g of high quality beef. As a result of a special drying method this snack has
almost 0% carb but double the amount of protein that any other snack variety in
the same weight category.
List
of other nutrients in the snack
The product is undoubtedly one of the
best low carb snacks; however, it
also comes with a packed list of nutrients that further enrich its health benefits.
Vit
B12 – aids in a better nervous system and helps build red blood cells in the
body
Iron- it is one of
the most vital trace element for healthy red blood cells and muscle recovery.
Zinc
– The trace element helps in building newer cells and also helps break
down fats, protein, and carbs in the body.
Carnitine
– this nutrient helps the body break down fat and convert it into
essential energy.
Creatine
– This nutrient helps in regulating the body’s metabolism to get maximum
benefits from any type of workout. The nutrient also helps in improved
functions of the brain and nervous system.
Taurine
– This nutrient helps regulate the cardiovascular system of the body and
improves the growth of skeletal muscle for better movement.
