NATURALLY HARDWOOD SMOKED BACON

Common questions

Is NATURALLY HARDWOOD SMOKED BACON healthy?

NATURALLY HARDWOOD SMOKED BACON scores 60/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This bacon product is processed and contains additives such as sodium phosphates and sodium nitrate, which are used for preservation and texture but can pose health risks if consumed in excess.

How processed is NATURALLY HARDWOOD SMOKED BACON?

NATURALLY HARDWOOD SMOKED BACON is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive NATURALLY HARDWOOD SMOKED BACON's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Sugar, Sodium Phosphates, Sodium Erythorbate are flagged as ingredients of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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NATURALLY HARDWOOD SMOKED BACON

Meijer
60 Fair

Analysis updated June 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 0
Harmful ingredients 4
Owned by Meijer, Inc.
Category Meat and Seafood
Summary

This bacon product is processed and contains additives such as sodium phosphates and sodium nitrate, which are used for preservation and texture but can pose health risks if consumed in excess. The presence of sugar as an ingredient also contributes to its processing level, which limits its score. While it provides protein, the use of these additives and the processing involved prevent it from being rated higher.

Key ingredients 6

Water
Neutral

Water is used as a base and solvent in processed foods, contributing to the product's texture without adding nutritional concerns.

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Salt
Neutral

Standard formulation ingredient — neither beneficial nor harmful at typical use.

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Sugar
Bad

Sugar is added for flavor balance but can contribute to excessive calorie intake if consumed in large amounts.

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Sodium Phosphates
Bad

Sodium phosphates are used as preservatives and stabilizers but may be linked to health concerns when consumed in excess.

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Sodium Erythorbate
Bad

Sodium erythorbate is an antioxidant additive that helps preserve color and flavor but is considered a processed additive with potential health concerns.

Sodium Nitrate
Bad

Sodium nitrate is used for curing and preservation, but it can form potentially harmful compounds during processing.

Processing

Group 3 · Processed

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