Pork, cured, bacon, cooked, microwaved
* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Macronutrients
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| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Thiamin | 0.6 MG | 46% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.3 MG | 20% | |
| Niacin | 10.7 MG | 67% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 1.2 MG | 23% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.5 MG | 30% | |
| Choline, total | 107.2 MG | 19% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 1 UG | 42% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.5 MG | 3% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 13 MG | 1% | |
| Iron, Fe | 1.1 MG | 6% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 34 MG | 8% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 389 MG | 31% | |
| Potassium, K | 525 MG | 11% | |
| Sodium, Na | 1,783 MG | 78% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 3.5 MG | 32% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.1 MG | 13% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.0 MG | 1% | |
| Selenium, Se | 65.1 UG | 118% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Excellent source of protein with 39.0g per 100g, great for muscle building and recovery.
- Good source of Phosphorus, P (31% DV).
- Rich source of Sodium, Na (78% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Good source of Zinc, Zn (32% DV).
- Rich source of Selenium, Se (118% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Good source of Thiamin (46% DV).
About Pork, cured, bacon, cooked, microwaved
Microwaved cooked bacon concentrates protein and fat sharply as water cooks off, leaving a product that is mostly fat with a high protein punch by weight. No carbohydrates to speak of, no fiber. Sodium runs very high from the curing salts used in production. Best thought of as a flavoring or garnish rather than a protein source you'd eat in large amounts.
Dietary Information
Pork, cured, bacon, cooked, microwaved is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, high-protein, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Pork, cured, bacon, cooked, microwaved include Selenium, Se (118% DV) , Sodium, Na (78% DV) , Niacin (67% DV) , Thiamin (46% DV) , and Vitamin B-12 (42% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 476 calories per 100 grams, Pork, cured, bacon, cooked, microwaved gets 33% of its calories from protein, 0% from carbohydrates, and 65% from fat. This is energy-dense, similar to nuts, oils, and concentrated foods.
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