Bacon rashers, back, grilled crispy

Back bacon rashers are cuts of cured pork, described here after grilling until crispy. They mainly provide protein and fat. Per 100g, they contain 36g of protein and 19g of fat, including 7.1g of saturated fat. The salt content is 5g per 100g. The figures cover both smoked and unsmoked bacon.

Protein is needed for the growth and repair of body tissues. Bacon is a processed meat, and its salt and saturated fat content are relevant for people monitoring these in their diet. Salt contributes to sodium intake, while saturated fat can raise blood cholesterol levels. Full nutrient figures are provided in the tables below.