Bacon rashers, back, microwaved

Back bacon rashers are a cured pork product; the figures here describe bacon cooked in a microwave. The data cover smoked and unsmoked bacon, sold loose or prepacked. It mainly provides protein and fat. Per 100g, it contains 24g of protein and 23g of fat, including 8.8g of saturated fat, along with 4.3g of salt.

Protein supports the growth and repair of body tissues. The salt and saturated fat content are worth noting for people monitoring these in their diet. Salt intake can affect blood pressure, while saturated fat can raise blood cholesterol levels. Full nutrient figures are provided in the tables below.