Bratwurst

Bratwurst

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Target diet: Vegan

Bratwurst · Vegan

No, skip it.

pork.

Automated check based on Open Food Facts label data. Not medical advice. Always check the package.

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Deciding ingredient

pork

On the label

78% porkwaterpork fatsaltground mixed spicescontain mustarddextrosestabilisers: diphosphates

What we checked

Animal-derived ingredientspork
Open Food Facts analysisMarked non-vegan

This product on every diet

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
311 kcal
Fat
28.3 g
Saturated fat
10.9 g
high
Carbohydrates
1.7 g
Sugars
1.2 g
low
Fibre
0.5 g
Protein
12 g
Salt
2 g
high

Per 100 g this product is high in saturated fat, low in sugars, high in salt. Bands follow the UK front-of-pack guide: sugars high at 22.5 g or more and low at 5 g or less; salt high at 1.5 g or more and low at 0.3 g or less; saturated fat high at 5 g or more and low at 1.5 g or less. This describes the label, it is not dietary advice.

Processing level: NOVA group 4, ultra-processed foods. NOVA classification, from the label data.

Ingredients (original text)

78% pork, water, pork fat, salt, ground mixed spices (contain mustard), dextrose, stabilisers: diphosphates, sodium citrates, acidity regulator: sodium acetates, maltodextrin, dried mixed herbs, hydrolysed vegetable proteins, spice extracts, filled into natural pork casings, allergy advice: for allergens, see ingredients in bold, nutrition mation: typical values per 100g: energy 1279kj/

Detailed analysis: why is Bratwurst not vegan?

Our analysis indicates that Bratwurst is likely not suitable for a vegan diet. This is based on the detection of the following ingredients which are generally avoided:

  • pork

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: 78% pork, water, pork fat, salt, ground mixed spices (contain mustard), dextrose, stabilisers: diphosphates, sodium citrates, acidity regulator: sodium acetates, maltodextrin, dried mixed herbs, hydrolysed vegetable proteins, spice extracts, filled into natural pork casings, allergy advice: for allergens, see ingredients in bold, nutrition mation: typical values per 100g: energy 1279kj/. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

Bratwurst contains 311 calories per 100g, with 12g of protein, 28.3g of fat, and 1.7g of carbohydrates (1.2g of which is sugar).

What should you do?

If you are following a vegan diet, we recommend looking for alternative products that do not contain these restricted ingredients. Many manufacturers now offer vegan-friendly versions of popular products, so be sure to check product labels carefully.

Disclaimer: This analysis is based on ingredient data and should not replace professional medical or nutritional advice. If you have specific dietary restrictions due to health conditions, please consult with a healthcare provider or registered dietitian.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Bratwurst Vegan?

No, Bratwurst is generally not Vegan because it contains pork.

Does Bratwurst contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: 78% pork, water, pork fat, salt, ground mixed spices (contain mustard), dextrose, stabilisers: diphosphates, sodium citrates, acidity regulator: sodiu...

What are the nutritional facts of Bratwurst?

Bratwurst contains 311 calories per 100g, with 12g of protein, 1.7g of carbohydrates, and 28.3g of fat.

How much sugar is in Bratwurst?

Bratwurst lists 1.2 g of sugar per 100 g, which counts as low in sugar under the UK front-of-pack guide (5 g or less per 100 g).

Is Bratwurst ultra-processed?

By the NOVA classification in its label data, Bratwurst is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.

Can I eat Bratwurst on a Vegan diet?

No, Bratwurst is not recommended for a Vegan diet due to the presence of restricted ingredients. We recommend looking for Vegan-certified alternatives.