Hormel ORIGINAL UNCURED BACON
Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores
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Summary
This bacon product is processed, containing pork, water, salt, turbinado sugar, and seasoning with cultured celery juice powder and sea salt. While it avoids artificial additives and seed oils, the presence of added sugar and the processing level limit its score. The brand's history of welfare violations and ultra-processed products also influences the rating.
Key ingredients 6
sea saltGood
Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.
See more about sea salt →porkNeutral
Pork is a common source of protein and provides essential nutrients, but it is also a source of saturated fat.
See more about pork →waterNeutral
Water is used to maintain moisture and texture in the product without adding calories or nutrients.
See more about water →saltNeutral
Salt enhances flavor and acts as a preservative, but should be consumed in moderation.
See more about salt →turbinado sugarNeutral
Turbinado sugar adds a touch of sweetness and flavor, but is a source of added sugars.
cultured celery juice powderNeutral
Cultured celery juice powder is used as a natural curing agent and flavor enhancer.
See more about cultured celery juice powder →Processing
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