Turkey Bacon

Turkey Bacon

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Target diet: Vegan

Turkey Bacon · Vegan

No, skip it.

turkey.

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

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Deciding ingredient

turkey

On the label

turkeysugarpotassium lactate waterpotassium chloridesmoke flavorsodium diacetatesodium phosphatessodium ascorbate

What we checked

Animal-derived ingredientsturkey
Open Food Facts analysisMarked non-vegan

This product on every diet

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
222 kcal
Fat
16.7 g
Saturated fat
5.6 g
high
Carbohydrates
0 g
Protein
16.7 g
Salt
2.4 g
high

Per 100 g this product is high in saturated fat, 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)

turkey, mechanically separated turkey, sugar, contains less than 2% of salt, potassium lactate water, potassium chloride, smoke flavor, sodium diacetate, sodium phosphates, sodium ascorbate, autolyzed yeast extract, sodium nitrite, soy lecithin, contains: soy,

Detailed analysis: why is Turkey Bacon not vegan?

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

  • turkey

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: turkey, mechanically separated turkey, sugar, contains less than 2% of salt, potassium lactate water, potassium chloride, smoke flavor, sodium diacetate, sodium phosphates, sodium ascorbate, autolyzed yeast extract, sodium nitrite, soy lecithin, contains: soy,. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

Turkey Bacon contains 222 calories per 100g, with 16.7g of protein, 16.7g of fat, and 0g of carbohydrates.

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 Turkey Bacon Vegan?

No, Turkey Bacon is generally not Vegan because it contains turkey.

Does Turkey Bacon contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: turkey, mechanically separated turkey, sugar, contains less than 2% of salt, potassium lactate water, potassium chloride, smoke flavor, sodium diaceta...

What are the nutritional facts of Turkey Bacon?

Turkey Bacon contains 222 calories per 100g, with 16.7g of protein, 0g of carbohydrates, and 16.7g of fat.

Is Turkey Bacon ultra-processed?

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

Can I eat Turkey Bacon on a Vegan diet?

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