Maple Pork Sausage Links
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Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
About This Product
Maple Pork Sausage Links by Farmer John scores 6/10 for Blood Sugar based on protein helps slow glucose release.
Maple Pork Sausage Links by Farmer John provides 339 calories, 16.1g protein, 33.9g fat, and 8.9g carbohydrates per 100g. That gives it a protein efficiency of 4.7g of protein per 100 calories. However, there are some things to be aware of regarding certain nutritional aspects.
- ✓Contains 16.1g of protein per 100g, providing a good source of this essential macronutrient.
- ✓Classified as NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed food). Consider less processed alternatives if clean eating is a priority.
- ⚠High sodium content (1429mg per 100g) — watch intake if monitoring blood pressure.
- ⚠High in saturated fat (12.5g per 100g) — may impact LDL cholesterol levels.
Deep Analysis
Maple Pork Sausage Links by Farmer John sits near the middle of the sausages category with 339 kcal per 100g (category avg: 347). Sugar is a concern at 5.4g per 100g (82% above category average).
Nutrition Breakdown
- •Calories: 339 kcal per 100g (category avg: 347)
- •Protein: 16.1g per 100g (category avg: 16.2g)
- •Sugars: 5.4g per 100g (category avg: 2.9g)
- •Saturated fat: 12.5g per 100g
- •Sodium: 1429mg per 100g — on the higher side
Who Should Eat This
Best suited for athletes or anyone prioritizing protein intake. Not the best choice if you're watching saturated fat for heart health.
Watch Out
- ⚠Saturated fat at 12.5g per 100g. The American Heart Association recommends limiting sat fat to 13g per day.
- ⚠Sodium at 1429mg per 100g. A 200g serving would provide 2857mg — roughly 124% of the daily limit.
- ⚠Classified as NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed). If clean eating matters to you, look for less processed options.
Better Alternatives
If Maple Pork Sausage Links doesn't perfectly fit your goals, consider looking for less processed alternatives (NOVA Group 1-2). Browse the sausages category page on NutritionRanked to compare options side by side.
Ingredients
PORK, WATER,, BROWN SUGAR,, CONTAINS 2% OR, LESS OF: SODIUM, LACTATE, SALT,, SUGAR, DEXTROSE,, MAPLE FLAVORING, (MAPLE SYRUP,, NATURAL AND, ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR),, FLAVORINGS, BHT,, PROPYL GALLATE,, CITRIC ACID.