Ingredient

Bacon

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Source

Animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Manufacturers add bacon to foods for its savory, smoky flavor and crispy texture. It's …

What it is

Bacon is a popular food made from cured pork belly or back. It's prepared by salting, often with nitrates or nitrites, and sometimes smoking, which gives it a distinct flavor.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add bacon to foods for its savory, smoky flavor and crispy texture. It's commonly found in sandwiches, soups, appetizers, and as a topping for various dishes.

Health notes

Bacon is a meat product regulated by the USDA and FDA as a food, not a food additive. It is generally high in saturated fat and sodium. The 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend keeping saturated fat intake under 10% of daily calories, and the FDA Daily Value for sodium is 2,300 mg per day. The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) has classified processed meats, including bacon, as "carcinogenic to humans" (Group 1) based on evidence linking them to colorectal cancer.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen.

Products containing Bacon

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MEIJER Meijer, Sweet & Smokey Pork Tenderloin Wrapped In Applewood Bacon Other Meats High in sodium — 24% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 27% DV per serving 196kcal 23.2Protein 9.8Fat 4.5Carbs FRESH & EASY Sandwich Prepared Subs & Sandwiches High in sodium — 47% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 23% DV per serving 345kcal 22.1Protein 20.4Fat 15.0Carbs FRESH & EASY Cupcake Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 383kcal 3.9Protein 18.8Fat 50.8Carbs SMART GRILLIN' Bacon Wrapped Turkey Tenderloin Filet Frozen Poultry, Chicken & Turkey High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 25% DV per serving 157kcal 18.6Protein 8.6Fat 0Carbs FRESH & EASY Signature Half Club Sandwich Prepared Subs & Sandwiches High in sodium — 31% DV per serving 169kcal 10.6Protein 7.8Fat 14.1Carbs

FRESH & EASY Baked Potato Chowder Other Soups High in sodium — 25% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 90% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 31% DV per serving 138kcal 3.9Protein 9.3Fat 9.9Carbs FRESH & EASY 4 Quarter Pound Beef, BBQ & Bacon Patties Frozen Patties and Burgers High in sodium — 39% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 25% DV per serving 257kcal 15.9Protein 19.5Fat 3.5Carbs FRESH & EASY NEIGHBORHOOD MARKET Bacon-Licious Patties Other Meats High in saturated fat — 60% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 25% DV per serving 319kcal 15.0Protein 28.3Fat 0Carbs FRESH & EASY 2 Quarter Pounder Bee, BBQ, Bacon & Cheese Patties Other Meats High in sodium — 21% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 27% DV per serving 274kcal 17.7Protein 20.4Fat 2.6Carbs FRESH & EASY Jalapeno Poppers Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 152kcal 5.0Protein 12.1Fat 6.1Carbs FRESH & EASY, LLC Baked Potato Chowder Canned Soup High in sodium — 25% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 90% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 31% DV per serving 138kcal 3.9Protein 9.3Fat 9.9Carbs SPARTAN Bacon Ranch Dressing & Dip Salad Dressing & Mayonnaise 367kcal 3.3Protein 36.7Fat 6.7Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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