Comparison
Back bacon vs Filet de bacon
Overall, Filet de bacon has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 4 of our comparison points versus 1.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Back bacon | Filet de bacon |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | d | d |
| NOVA group | 3 | — |
| Calories | 166 kcal | 123 kcal |
| Fat | 10.8 g | 3.5 g |
| Saturated fat | 4.2 g | 1.3 g |
| Sugars | 0.1 g | 0.9 g |
| Salt | 2.2 g | 2.1 g |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | — |
| Protein | 17 g | 22 g |
| Additives | 2 | 0 |
| Allergens | None listed | None listed |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Filet de bacon has 26% fewer calories (123 kcal vs 166 kcal).
- Filet de bacon has 68% less fat (3.5 g vs 10.8 g).
- Filet de bacon has 69% less saturated fat (1.3 g vs 4.2 g).
- Back bacon has 89% less sugar (0.1 g vs 0.9 g).
- Filet de bacon has 23% more protein (22 g vs 17 g).
Ingredients
Back bacon
British Pork (86%), Water (10%), Curing Salt (Salt Preservative: Sodium Nitrite, Potassium Nitrate)
Filet de bacon
Not available.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Back bacon or Filet de bacon?
Overall, Filet de bacon has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. We compare Nutri-Score, processing level and seven nutrients per 100 g. Your own needs (for example low sugar or high protein) may make a different choice better for you.
Which has fewer calories?
Filet de bacon has fewer calories: 123 kcal versus 166 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Back bacon has less sugar: 0.1 g versus 0.9 g per 100 g.
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