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Bacon
Bacon by Smithfield provides 269 kcal per 100 g and 19.5 g of protein. It is classified as NOVA 3 (processed food). It is listed in the Bacon category and comes in a 12 oz pack.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 5 slices (57.5 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 269 kcal | 155 kcal | 309 −13% | |
| Total fat | 20.2 g | 11.6 g | 15% | 24.5 −18% |
| Saturated fat | 6.9 g | 4 g | 20% | 9.3 −26% |
| Carbohydrates | 1 g | 0.6 g | 0% | 1.3 −23% |
| Protein | 19.5 g | 11.2 g | 22% | 20.7 −6% |
| Salt | 2.4 g | 1.4 g | 2.9 −17% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 773 Bacon products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other bacon
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Water, salt, sugar, sodium,phosphates, sodium erythorbate, sodium nitrate
Additives 2
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 12 oz
- Serving size
- 5 slices (57.5 g)
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0070800823512
Prices reported by shoppers
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Bacon?
Bacon contains 269 kcal per 100 g and about 155 kcal per serving (5 slices (57.5 g)).
Is Bacon healthy?
It is in NOVA group 3 — processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated January 30, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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