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Dr. Oz on Oprah - Pork Bacon is healthier, Turkey Bacon is extremely high in sodium though they are the same in calories.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 10y agoThe main difference between pork and beef bacon is the animal that the bacon comes from. Pork bacon comes from pig, beef bacon comes from cow. Beef bacon is also leaner than pork bacon so many feel it is a little better for you.
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∙ 14y agobeef bacon is pork and beef mixed(mainly pork) pork bacon is pork and bacon but they are VRY VERY VERY simalar
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∙ 13y agoturkey bacon is more healthy, but i think pork bacon tastes better. so if you want healthy, eat turkey bacon. if you want yummy, eat pork bacon.
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∙ 14y agoThis is where your reading skills are VERY important as some do and some do not. IT IS IMPERATIVE that you READ THE LABEL. Especially if you have Allergies.
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∙ 14y agoTurkey bacon is bacon produced from the meat of a Turkey. Pork bacon is bacon produced from the meat of a Pig.
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What has more sodium turkey bacon or pork bacon?
It would seem that turkey bacon is a healthier alternative to pork bacon, but a quick look at the nutrition label says that it is not. Turkey bacon has almost double the sodium of pork bacon. You may also be surprised to learn that the fat content in turkey bacon is just slightly less, not enough to persuade many to switch. Take a look at the attached related link for more information.
Does turkey bacon have less calories than pork bacon?
way less
What is the differences between turkey and bacon?
Turkey bacon is healthier than regular bacon. Regular bacon is made from pigs.
What part of the turkey does bacon come from?
Bacon does not come from a turkey. Bacon comes from the Diaphram of a pig. Actually pork bacon come from the belly or side of the pig. I'm not sure exactly where turkey bacon is on the turkey, but bacon is just a certain kind of muscle on an animal. Knowing that I would assume that on a turkey it could more than likely be in a similar location as on a pig. I am not completely sure though. Real Answer: Turkey Bacon comes from the thigh of the turkey. Because of the leaness of the meat it is chopped or ground up and formed into strips to look like pork bacon. Pork bacon comes from the pig belly. They usually cut the meat and fat from the pork belly. The left over skin if deep fried is then pork rinds.
Is turkey bacon heathlier than pork bacon?
Healthier is a subjective viewpoint. Both are food but the turkey product may contain less turkey fat than the bacon contains pig fat. Many people would say fat is bad for you however the most up to date research clearly indicates that it is not (provided it is natural plant oil, dairy or animal fat) and that it is the sugars in one's food that are "unhealthy". So if you like bacon eat bacon and if your religion says you can not eat bacon, eat cured turkey meat.
Is turkey bacon considered bacon?
If you're asking about the fat and sodium level then yes it is. But if you're asking if it tastes better then regular bacon there really is no answer for that. Some people can't handle regular bacon because it has too much fat, sodium, oil, and grease. So with that theory turkey bacon is better. But some people don't like turkey bacon because they think that it's just a cheap ripoff off regular bacon. But some people like both. I have a friend who had never tried turkey bacon. One day she came over and in the morning when we ate it she loved it! All in all it just depends which one you like better. Only YOU can answer that. My theory is that bacon is way better. Turkey Bacon is terrible!
Is turkey healthier than chicken is?
No, turkey is not healthier than chicken because you shoudn't eat turkey.
How much fat is in sausages?
It depends on the brand you get some have more than others. The average amount of fat in turkey sausage is 2g-3g. Turkey sausage is healthier than pork.
Is pork healther than turkey?
Yes pork is healther than turkey
Why is turkey bacon worse for you than regular bacon?
Turkey Bacon is WAY more healther for you
Is turkey sausage healthier than pork sausage?
Pork sausage may get a bad rap in our society of all natural, healthy and green eaters, but it's not all bad. Typically pork sausage is higher in fat (around twice as much) than turkey and chicken sausage, but this doesn't mean that you shouldn't eat it. You can check different online websites, where you can find more information about turkey and pork sausages.
Which is healthier steak or turkey?
White meat turkey is healthier than steak. It has less fat.
