Bacon
Classified across 25 of 25 dietary frameworks
7 Allowed
7 Limited
11 Not Allowed
Nutrition Facts
Per 100g · Source: USDA FoodData Central
| Variant | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Fiber | Net Carbs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pork Bacon (cooked) | 468kcal | 33.9g | 35.1g | 1.7g | 0g | 1.7g |
| Turkey Bacon (cooked) | 368kcal | 29.5g | 25.9g | 4.2g | 0g | 4.2g |
Why Diets Disagree on Bacon
AIP classifies bacon as Allowed because it evaluates foods by whether the food contains compounds AIP suspects of provoking immune activity. Alkaline, on the other hand, classifies it as Not Allowed because it evaluates by PRAL score (potential renal acid load). Different diets use different evaluation criteria, which is why the same food can receive opposite classifications. 7 diets classify bacon as Limited — meaning it fits under specific conditions like portion size, preparation method, or brand selection.