Original Bacon vs 6 Smoked Back Bacon Rashers
Overall, 6 Smoked Back Bacon Rashers has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 5 of our comparison points versus 2.
Original Bacon
6 Smoked Back Bacon Rashers
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Original Bacon | 6 Smoked Back Bacon Rashers |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | e | e |
| NOVA group | 3 | 4 |
| Calories | 474 kcal | 237 kcal |
| Fat | 36.8 g | 13 g |
| Saturated fat | 13.2 g | 5.6 g |
| Sugars | 5.3 g | 1.1 g |
| Salt | 4.6 g | 2.7 g |
| Fiber | — | 0 g |
| Protein | 36.8 g | 28 g |
| Additives | 1 | 1 |
| Allergens | None listed | None listed |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- 6 Smoked Back Bacon Rashers has 50% fewer calories (237 kcal vs 474 kcal).
- 6 Smoked Back Bacon Rashers has 65% less fat (13 g vs 36.8 g).
- 6 Smoked Back Bacon Rashers has 57% less saturated fat (5.6 g vs 13.2 g).
- 6 Smoked Back Bacon Rashers has 79% less sugar (1.1 g vs 5.3 g).
- 6 Smoked Back Bacon Rashers has 41% less salt (2.7 g vs 4.6 g).
- Original Bacon has 24% more protein (36.8 g vs 28 g).
- Original Bacon is less processed (lower NOVA group).
Ingredients
Original Bacon
Water, salt, sugar, sodium phosphates, sodium ascorbate, sodium nitrite.
6 Smoked Back Bacon Rashers
British or Irish Pork (91%), Water, Salt, Natural Flavouring, Antioxidant: Ascorbic Acid, Smoke Flavouring.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Original Bacon or 6 Smoked Back Bacon Rashers?
Overall, 6 Smoked Back Bacon Rashers 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?
6 Smoked Back Bacon Rashers has fewer calories: 237 kcal versus 474 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
6 Smoked Back Bacon Rashers has less sugar: 1.1 g versus 5.3 g per 100 g.