The Kroger Co.
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ProfileConcern
KROGER, THICK CUT SUGAR CURED BACON
Meat & Poultry USVerified
Label Serving
12 g
Barcode
011110972095
Data last verified: 1 Oct 2026
Nutritional Level Analysis (per 100 g)
Fat
high
Saturated fat
high
Sugars
low
Salt
high
Levels use standard FSA/WHO per-100g thresholds applied to the label's declared values. See the thresholds
AI transparency analysis is being generated for this product.
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TRANSPARENCY PROFILE
Concern
High processing or notable additives
Detailed Review Recommended
Profile Spectrum — Nutritional Index
A
B
C
DACTIVE
E
← Nutrient DenseMost Processed →
2.9/10
Health Score
Nutrition Facts (per serving: 12 g)
Energy60kcal
Carbohydrates0g
Sugar0g
Protein3g
Total Fat5g
Saturated Fat2g
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol15mg
Fiber0g
Sodium219.96mg
Calcium0mg
Iron0.36mg
Nutritional values transcribed from the product label. Actual values may vary.
% Daily Value
Share of an average adult's daily allowance in one serving (12 g) — the label's %RDA
Energy & macronutrients
Energy60 kcalLow3%
Total Fat5g6%
Saturated Fat2g10%
Trans Fat0gLow0%
Cholesterol15mg5%
Carbohydrates0gLow0%
Total Sugars0gLow0%
Dietary Fiber0g0%
Protein3g6%
Sodium220mg10%
Minerals
Calcium0mg0%
Iron0.36mg2%
Remaining vitamins and trace minerals: US FDA Daily Values. Low = under 5% of a day in one portion · High = 20% or more. Reference values, not medical advice.
Ingredient Transparency
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5 / 6 researched · AI analyzing 1 more...Ingredients — as printed on the label
CURED WITH: WATER, SALT, SUGAR, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, SODIUM ERYTHORBATE, SODIUM NITRITE.
1
Sugar
Moderate
Sweetener, texturizer, preservative, and browning agent
2
Salt
Moderate
flavour enhancer, preservative, texture modifier, and fermentation controller
3
Cured With Water
Under Review
AI summary pending...4
Sodium Phosphate
E339
LowEmulsifier, texturizer, pH regulator, and leavening agent
5
Sodium Erythorbate
E316
LowAntioxidant and color stabilizer in cured meats, beverages, and baked goods
6
Sodium Nitrite
E250
Moderatepreservative and color fixative in cured meats
| Ingredient | Concern | Function | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
1 Sugar | ⚠Moderate Concern | Sweetener, texturizer, preservative, and browning agent | Sugar provides rapid energy but moderate consumption is recommended to align with established nutritional guidelines. |
2 Salt | ⚠Moderate Concern | flavour enhancer, preservative, texture modifier, and fermentation controller | An essential dietary mineral whose intake levels warrant monitoring in accordance with established public health guidelines. |
3 Cured With Water | ?Under Review | — | AI summary pending... |
4 Sodium Phosphate E339 | ✓Low Concern | Emulsifier, texturizer, pH regulator, and leavening agent | Sodium phosphate is generally recognized as safe for consumption within established regulatory limits, though high dietary intake from multiple processed sources warrants balanced monitoring. |
5 Sodium Erythorbate E316 | ✓Low Concern | Antioxidant and color stabilizer in cured meats, beverages, and baked goods | Sodium erythorbate is widely permitted and utilized as an effective antioxidant with established safety thresholds for human consumption. |
6 Sodium Nitrite E250 | ⚠Moderate Concern | preservative and color fixative in cured meats | Sodium nitrite is a standard functional food preservative with established regulatory limits, while dietary intake levels remain a subject of ongoing nutritional research. |
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