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Bacon
Bacon provides 284 kcal per 100 g, with 0.1 g of sugars and 32.1 g of protein. That is 80% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is E and it is classified as NOVA 3 (processed food). It is listed in the Bacon rashers category.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Category avg |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 284 kcal | 258 +10% |
| Total fat | 17.1 g | 18 −5% |
| Saturated fat | 6.3 g | 6.7 −6% |
| Carbohydrates | 0.1 g | 1.8 −94% |
| Total sugars | 0.1 g | 0.5 −80% |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0.9 −100% |
| Dietary fiber | 0.5 g | 0.4 +23% |
| Protein | 32.1 g | 22.3 +44% |
| Salt | 3.9 g | 3.2 +22% |
*% Daily Value for 100 g, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 74 Bacon rashers products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other bacon rashers
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
British Pork (87%), Water, Salt, Preservatives (Sodium Nitrite, Potassium Nitrate), Antioxidant (Sodium Ascorbate).
Additives 3
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 5025759013274
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Bacon?
Bacon contains 284 kcal per 100 g.
How much sugar is in Bacon?
Bacon has 0.1 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Bacon healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of E (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 3 — processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Bacon vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated August 19, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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