Pork

Canadian bacon, unprepared

FDC 167869oz (85 g)

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Original analysis by NutriVerdict

Density 53 · +16 vs Pork median

On our Nutrient Density Score, which measures beneficial nutrients per calorie relative to the foods we cover, Canadian bacon, unprepared is middling for nutrient density at 53 of 100. Within pork it ranks 18 of 60. Per 100 grams it is an excellent source of protein (41% DV), a good source of potassium (15% DV). Most of its 110 calories per 100 grams come from protein. Worth noting: it is high in sodium (751 mg per 100 g).

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Fig. 1 · Macronutrient composition
Protein 20.3 g · 74%Carb 1.3 g · 5%Fat 2.6 g · 21%

Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams

Nutrition facts

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories110 kcal6%
Total fat2.6 g3%
Saturated fat0.9 g5%
Cholesterol48 mg16%
Sodium751 mg33%
Carbohydrate1.3 g0%
Dietary fiber0 g0%
Sugars0.9 g
Protein20 g41%
Potassium683 mg15%
Calcium6 mg0%
Iron0.44 mg2%
Magnesium20 mg5%
Vitamin C0 mg0%
Vitamin A0 µg0%
Vitamin E0.22 mg1%

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FDC 167869

Original analysis by NutriVerdict

What it is rich in

Nutrients supplying at least 10% of the Daily Value per 100 grams. 20% or more is an excellent source.

Protein41% DV
Potassium15% DV

Original analysis by NutriVerdict

Versus the pork median

Nutrient density53 vs 37 median
Protein / 100 g20 vs 18 median
Fiber / 100 g0 vs 0 median
Sodium / 100 g751 vs 87 median

Original analysis by NutriVerdict

More nutrient-dense swaps

Foods in the same category that score higher on nutrient density.

Pork, fresh, variety meats and by-products, pancreas, rawDensity 55 vs 53Canadian bacon, cooked, pan-friedDensity 57 vs 53Pork, fresh, composite of trimmed retail cuts (loin and shoulder blade), separable lean only, cookedDensity 58 vs 53

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