Jimmy Dean Hardwood Smoked Bacon Pieces

Questions about Jimmy Dean Hardwood Smoked Bacon Pieces

Is Jimmy Dean Hardwood Smoked Bacon Pieces healthy?

TrustPick's ingredient review: some things worth noting. Its TrustPick Health Score is 58/100 (grade C). Per 100 g it is high in sodium (1800 mg) and saturated fat (15.7 g). Sodium Phosphate, Sodium Nitrite, Smoke Flavoring and Sugar are worth noting. "Healthy" depends on your diet and how much you eat; these facts come from the label and are explained in our methodology at trustpick.app/methodology.

What are the ingredients in Jimmy Dean Hardwood Smoked Bacon Pieces?

In label order (largest amount first): CURED WITH: Water, salt, sodium phosphate, sodium erythorbate, sodium nitrite. May contain smoke flavoring, smoked sugar, sugar..

Does Jimmy Dean Hardwood Smoked Bacon Pieces contain any ingredients worth knowing about?

Sodium Phosphate (worth noting): Excessive consumption of phosphates may impact kidney health or calcium balance. Sodium Nitrite (worth noting): Linked to potential nitrosamine formation, which may pose health risks at high levels. Smoke Flavoring (worth noting): Some smoke flavorings may contain polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), which are debated for safety. Sugar (worth noting): Excessive sugar consumption is linked to health issues like obesity and diabetes.