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Processed Bacon

+3.1

Processed meat with high sodium and preservatives drives pro-inflammatory scoring.

Ingredient score breakdown

processed meat compounds

+1.4

Processed meat is linked to higher chronic inflammation markers.

sodium nitrite

+0.7

Preservative burden contributes to score.

saturated fat

+0.6

High intake may elevate inflammatory profile in Western patterns.

protein

-0.2

Protein slightly offsets score.

Why this score

This score is ingredient-based and weighted by DII-inspired evidence. Foods with added sugar, refined starches, and heavy processing trend higher; foods with fiber, omega-3, and polyphenols trend lower.

FODMAP note

Low FODMAP but high inflammation score.

Healthier alternatives

  • turkey breast
  • grilled salmon

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