Calorie comparison
Almonds vs Bacon
Per 100 grams, bacon is the lighter choice by 38 calories, while bacon delivers more protein. The right pick depends on your goal — fewer calories for a cut, more protein to stay full.
Per 100 grams
| Per 100 g | Almonds | Bacon |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 579 | 541 |
| Protein | 21 g | 37 g |
| Carbs | 22 g | 1.4 g |
| Fat | 50 g | 42 g |
Orange highlights the "better for a calorie deficit" value (fewer calories, fat and carbs; more protein). Your goals decide what "better" means.
Per typical serving
🌰 Almonds
1 oz (28 g)
162 cal
5.9 g protein · 6.2 g carbs · 14 g fat
🥓 Bacon
2 slices (16 g)
87 cal
5.9 g protein · 0.2 g carbs · 6.7 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, almonds or bacon?
Per 100 g, almonds has 579 calories and bacon has 541. Bacon is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, almonds or bacon?
Almonds has 21 g of protein per 100 g; bacon has 37 g. Bacon wins on protein.
Is almonds or bacon better for weight loss?
For a calorie deficit, the lower-calorie, higher-protein option usually helps you stay full on fewer calories. Here that leans toward bacon — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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