Bacon, fat only, average, cooked
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This entry describes the cooked fat portion of bacon, using average values for fat from different cuts, rather than whole bacon rashers. It mainly provides fat, with some protein. Per 100g, it contains 73g of fat, including 29g of saturates, alongside 9.3g of protein and 1.9g of salt.
Fat is a concentrated source of energy, so this food is worth noting when considering overall energy intake. Its saturated fat and salt content are also relevant for people monitoring these in their diet. Protein contributes to the maintenance and repair of body tissues. Full nutrient figures are provided in the tables below.
Nutrition per 100g
Nutrient | Per 100g |
|---|---|
Energy | 692 kcal |
Energy | 2852 kJ |
Fat | 73g |
of which saturates | 29g |
Carbohydrate | 0g |
of which sugars | 0g |
0g | |
9.3g | |
Salt | 1.9g |
Alcohol | 0g |
Water | 14g |
Cholesterol | 270mg |
Vitamins and minerals per 100g
Nutrient | Per 100g |
|---|---|
Trace | |
0.36mg | |
Trace | |
0mg | |
Trace | |
Trace | |
7mg | |
0.8mg | |
10mg | |
90mg | |
130mg | |
Sodium | 740mg |
0.8mg | |
0.09mg | |
2µg | |
11µg |
Other types of bacon
Food | Calories per 100g | Protein per 100g | Fat per 100g | Fibre per 100g |
|---|---|---|---|---|
747 kcal | 4.8g | 81g | 0g |
About these figures
Values are per 100g of the food as described (Fat from five different cuts). "Trace" means only a very small amount was found. Nutrients that were not measured are not shown. Salt is calculated from sodium.