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7 Bacon Brands to Avoid

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Oscar Mayer Despite being one of the most well-known brands, Oscar Mayer bacon often receives criticism for its high sodium content

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Great Value (Walmart’s Brand) While affordable, Great Value bacon is frequently noted for its inconsistent quality

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Smithfield Smithfield bacon, though popular, is often criticized for being overly processed and containing added sugars and nitrates

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Farmer John This brand is known for its heavy use of preservatives and additives, which can result in a less authentic bacon taste

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Hormel Black Label Hormel’s Black Label bacon has been reported to be overly salty and greasy, which can make it less enjoyable

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Bar-S Bar-S bacon is a budget-friendly option, but it often sacrifices quality, with a reputation for being overly fatty

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Land O’Frost While Land O’Frost is better known for its deli meats, its bacon offerings are often considered bland

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These brands may be worth avoiding due to factors like high sodium content, excessive preservatives, inconsistent quality, or a lack of the rich

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