It’s hard not to lovebacon.

However, just because we eat a lot of it doesn’t mean it is necessarily good for us.

Because ofbacon’s unhealthyfactors, experts recommend thinking of bacon more as a condiment than aproteinside dish.

Bacon section grocery store

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Unfortunately, this Hormel option has both making this one of the unhealthiest bacons.

Plus, since the serving size is one slice, you could end up consuming more.

Oscar Mayer Naturally Hardwood Smoked Bacon

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McAvoy shares that “center-cut bacon is higher in protein and lower in fat than regular-cut bacon.”

Also, always be sure to eat this salty protein in moderation, center-cut or not.

She also points out that you must keep protein quality in mind when picking out bacon.

Hormel Black Label Brown Sugar Thick Cut Bacon

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If you would like to buy healthier bacon, Gilstrap suggests purchasing it directly from a local farmer.

“Check out your local farmers markets or do a quick Google search to find local sources.”

Dietz & Watson Hickory Smoked Imported Gourmet Bacon

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Kirkland Signature Thick Sliced Center Cut Bacon

Costco

Kunzler Thick Cut Sliced Bacon

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Hatfield Classic Cut Hardwood Smoked Bacon

Kroger

Great Value Hickory Smoked Bacon

Walmart

Smithfield Naturally Hickory Smoked Bacon

Kroger