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Nutrition Facts
Amino Acids
Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate %
Key Nutrients (% Daily Value)
Macronutrients and Vitamins in "Bacon (Raw)"
| Food Name: Bacon (Raw) | |
| Food Group: Meats | |
| Macronutrients | |
| Calories (kcal): 393 | Total Fat (g): 37 |
| Protein (g): 14 | Water (g): 47 |
| Fats | |
| Saturated Fat (g): 13 | Cholesterol (mg): 66 |
| Monounsaturated Fat (mg): 15922 | Polyunsaturated Fat (mg): 5757 |
| Omega-3 (mg): 276 | Omega-6 (mg): 5412 |
| ALA (18:3 n-3) (mg): 217 | EPA (20:5 n-3) (mg): 4 |
| DPA (22:5 n-3) (mg): 20 | DHA (22:6 n-3) (mg): 5 |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A (IU): 37 | Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 11 |
| Vitamin D (IU): 16 | Niacin/B3 (mg): 4 |
| Pantothenic Acid/B5 (mg): 1 | |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium (mg): 6 | Magnesium (mg): 13 |
| Phosphorus (mg): 166 | Potassium (mg): 201 |
| Sodium (mg): 751 | Zinc (mg): 1 |
| Selenium (mcg): 20 | |
| Other Compounds | |
| Choline (mg): 48 | Betaine (mg): 4 |
| Retinol (mcg): 11 | PRAL Score: 8 |
Key Nutrition Facts about Bacon (Raw)
FAQ's
What are the protein, carbohydrate, and fat contents in 100 grams of 'Bacon (Raw)'?
100 grams of 'Bacon (Raw)' contains approximately following amounts of protein, carbohydrates, and fat:
Protein – 14g (around 28% of daily requirement),
Carbohydrates – 0g (around 0% of daily requirement),
Fat – 37g (around 47% of daily requirement).
It is typically higher in Fat while lower in Carbohydrates, making it more suitable for diets that are high-fat and also suitable for those requiring low Carbohydrates intake.
How many calories are in 100 grams of 'Bacon (Raw)'?
A 100-gram serving of 'Bacon (Raw)' provides around 393 kcal of energy. The majority of the calories come from fat, based on its macronutrient composition. This contributes approximately 20% of an average 2000 kcal daily diet, making it a calorie-dense food choice.
Is 'Bacon (Raw)' mainly a source of protein, carbohydrates, or fat?
In 100g, 'Bacon (Raw)' is mainly a source of fat. It contains 14g protein, 0g carbs, and 37g fat, making it suitable for diets focused on fat.
Does 'Bacon (Raw)' contain calcium, potassium, iron, and other essential minerals?
'Bacon (Raw)' is a good source of the following minerals per 100g:
Selenium (mcg): 20 mcg (36% DV),
Sodium (mg): 751 mg (33% DV).
'Bacon (Raw)' contains low amounts of the following minerals per 100g:
Calcium (mg): 6 mg (0% DV),
Potassium (mg): 201 mg (4% DV),
Magnesium (mg): 13 mg (3% DV),
Phosphorus (mg): 166 mg (13% DV),
Zinc (mg): 1 mg (9% DV).
Which vitamins are present in Bacon (Raw) in significant amounts?
'Bacon (Raw)' is a good source of the following vitamins per 100g:
Niacin/B3 (mg): 4 mg (25% DV),
Vitamin B12 (mcg): 1 mcg (42% DV).
It provides an average amount of:
Pantothenic Acid/B5 (mg): 1 mg (20% DV).
'Bacon (Raw)' contains small to moderate amounts of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 11 mcg (1% DV),
Vitamin A (IU): 37 IU (1% DV),
Vitamin D (IU): 16 IU (2% DV).
Which nutrients in 'Bacon (Raw)' may be harmful if consumed in excess?
'Bacon (Raw)' contains potentially high-risk amounts of the following nutrients per 100g:
Saturated Fat (g): 13 g (65% of max recommended).
It also contains moderate levels of:
Cholesterol (mg): 66 mg (22% of max recommended),
Sodium (mg): 751 mg (33% of max recommended).