John Morrell, Smoked Sausage
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Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
About This Product
John Morrell, Smoked Sausage by John Morrell & Co. scores 7/10 for Energy based on protein supports endurance recovery.
John Morrell, Smoked Sausage by John Morrell & Co. provides 321 calories, 10.7g protein, 26.8g fat, and 10.7g carbohydrates per 100g. That gives it a protein efficiency of 3.3g of protein per 100 calories. It scores well for Energy health goals. However, there are some things to be aware of regarding certain nutritional aspects.
- ✓Contains 10.7g 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 (1179mg per 100g) — watch intake if monitoring blood pressure.
- ⚠Contains 6 additives — a relatively long list indicating higher processing.
Deep Analysis
John Morrell, Smoked Sausage by John Morrell & Co. sits near the middle of the sausages category with 321 kcal per 100g (category avg: 347). Sugar is a concern at 5.4g per 100g (82% above category average).
Nutrition Breakdown
- •Calories: 321 kcal per 100g (category avg: 347)
- •Protein: 10.7g per 100g (category avg: 16.2g)
- •Sugars: 5.4g per 100g (category avg: 2.9g)
- •Saturated fat: 8.9g per 100g
- •Sodium: 1179mg per 100g — on the higher side
Who Should Eat This
Best suited for general healthy eating with moderate portions.
Watch Out
- ⚠Saturated fat at 8.9g per 100g. The American Heart Association recommends limiting sat fat to 13g per day.
- ⚠Sodium at 1179mg per 100g. A 200g serving would provide 2358mg — roughly 103% 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 John Morrell, Smoked Sausage doesn't perfectly fit your goals, consider looking for higher-protein alternatives for better satiety, less processed alternatives (NOVA Group 1-2). Browse the sausages category page on NutritionRanked to compare options side by side.
Ingredients
Mechanically separated chicken, pork, water, corn syrup, pork hearts and beef hearts, contains 2% or less of modified food starch, salt, flavoring, potassium lactate, sodium lactate, dextrose, beef, sodium phosphates, sodium diacetate, sugar, sodium erythorbate, sodium nitrite.