Bacon rashers, streaky, grilled

Streaky bacon rashers are slices of cured pork belly. The figures here describe grilled bacon, including smoked and unsmoked varieties. It mainly provides fat and protein: per 100g, it contains 27g of fat and 24g of protein. It also contains 9.8g of saturated fat and 4.2g of salt.

Protein supports the growth and repair of body tissues. The salt and saturated fat content of streaky bacon are worth noting for people monitoring these in their diet. Salt contributes to sodium intake, while saturated fat can raise blood cholesterol levels. Full nutrient figures, including energy, vitamins and minerals, are provided in the tables below.