Sausage
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Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
About This Product
Sausage by Jimmy Dean scores 7/10 for Blood Sugar based on low sugar.
Sausage by Jimmy Dean provides 375 calories, 14.3g protein, 30.4g fat, and 1.8g carbohydrates per 100g. That gives it a protein efficiency of 3.8g of protein per 100 calories. It scores well for Blood Sugar health goals. However, there are some things to be aware of regarding its nutritional aspects.
- ✓Contains 14.3g of protein per 100g, providing a good source of this essential macronutrient.
- ✓Minimal sugar content at just 0.0g per 100g.
- ✓Classified as NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed food). Consider less processed alternatives if clean eating is a priority.
- ⚠High in saturated fat (10.7g per 100g) — may impact LDL cholesterol levels.
Deep Analysis
Sausage by Jimmy Dean sits near the middle of the sausages category with 375 kcal per 100g (category avg: 347).
Nutrition Breakdown
- •Calories: 375 kcal per 100g (category avg: 347)
- •Protein: 14.3g per 100g (category avg: 16.2g)
- •Saturated fat: 10.7g per 100g
- •Sodium: 607mg per 100g — on the higher side
Who Should Eat This
Best suited for those who need quick energy or aren't calorie-restricted. Not the best choice if you're watching saturated fat for heart health.
Watch Out
- ⚠Saturated fat at 10.7g per 100g. The American Heart Association recommends limiting sat fat to 13g per day.
- ⚠Sodium at 607mg per 100g. A 200g serving would provide 1214mg — roughly 53% 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 Sausage 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, contains 2% or less of: corn syrup, salt, spices, sugar, monosodium glutamate, flavorings.