Bacon Nutrition Facts
393 calories per 100g serving
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Bacon is one of the most calorie-dense meats at roughly 540 calories per 100g raw, with the bulk coming from its 53g of fat. While it's low in carbs and delivers 12g of protein, it's best enjoyed as a flavor enhancer rather than a primary protein source due to its high saturated fat and sodium content.
Protein
13.66g
14% of calories
Carbs
0g
0% of calories
Fat
37.13g
85% of calories
Nutrition Facts
Per 100g (100g)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 393 kcal |
| Protein | 13.66g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 0g |
| Total Fat | 37.13g |
| Dietary Fiber | 0g |
| Sugars | 0.35g |
| Saturated Fat | 12.62g |
| Cholesterol | 66mg |
| Sodium | 751mg |
| Potassium | 201mg |
| Vitamin A | 11mcg |
| Vitamin C | 0mg |
| Calcium | 6mg |
| Iron | 0.38mg |
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Weight Loss
Bacon is a calorie bomb, so treat it as a seasoning rather than a main ingredient — one or two crispy strips (about 80 calories) can add massive flavor to eggs or salads without derailing your deficit. Center-cut or turkey bacon can cut calories further.
Muscle Gain
Bacon is more fat than protein, so it's not efficient for hitting protein targets. That said, a few strips alongside eggs and toast make breakfast more enjoyable, and the extra calories can help if you're in a surplus.
Maintenance
A couple strips of bacon a few times a week fits comfortably into most maintenance diets. Use it to elevate meals — crumbled on salads, wrapped around chicken, or chopped into pasta.
Meal Ideas with Bacon
Did you know?
The phrase "bring home the bacon" dates back to 12th-century England, where a church in Dunmow offered a side of bacon to any married couple who could swear they hadn't quarreled for a year and a day.
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How many calories are in Bacon?
Bacon contains 393 calories per 100g serving. It provides 13.66g of protein, 0g of carbs, and 37.13g of fat.
Is Bacon good for weight loss?
Bacon is a calorie bomb, so treat it as a seasoning rather than a main ingredient — one or two crispy strips (about 80 calories) can add massive flavor to eggs or salads without derailing your deficit. Center-cut or turkey bacon can cut calories further.
What pairs well with Bacon?
Great pairings include: BLT sandwich with turkey bacon, avocado, lettuce, and tomato on whole wheat, Bacon and eggs with two slices of toast and a side of fruit, Bacon-wrapped chicken breast with roasted broccoli and sweet potato. These combinations provide a balanced mix of macronutrients.