Cervelat
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Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
About This Product
Cervelat by John Morrell scores 6/10 for Muscle Building based on moderate protein per calorie.
Cervelat by John Morrell provides 282 calories, 17.6g protein, 21.2g fat, and 5.3g carbohydrates per 100g. That gives it a protein efficiency of 6.3g of protein per 100 calories. However, there are some things to be aware of regarding its nutritional aspects.
- ✓Contains 17.6g 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 (1111mg per 100g) — watch intake if monitoring blood pressure.
Deep Analysis
Cervelat by John Morrell sits near the middle of the sausages category with 282 kcal per 100g (category avg: 347).
Nutrition Breakdown
- •Calories: 282 kcal per 100g (category avg: 347)
- •Protein: 17.6g per 100g (category avg: 16.2g)
- •Sugars: 3.5g per 100g (category avg: 2.9g)
- •Saturated fat: 7.9g per 100g
- •Sodium: 1111mg per 100g — on the higher side
Who Should Eat This
Best suited for athletes or anyone prioritizing protein intake, people managing blood sugar levels.
Watch Out
- ⚠Saturated fat at 7.9g per 100g. The American Heart Association recommends limiting sat fat to 13g per day.
- ⚠Sodium at 1111mg per 100g. A 200g serving would provide 2222mg — roughly 97% 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 Cervelat 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
BEEF, PORK, PORK HEART, BACON (CURED WITH WATER, SALT, SUGAR, SODIUM PHOSPHATES, SODIUM ERYTHORBATE, SODIUM NITRITE), SALT, CORN SYRUP, DEXTROSE, WATER, FLAVORING, LACTIC ACID STARTER CULTURE, EXTRACT OF PAPRIKA