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Calories in Thick pork sausage: Protein, Carbs & Fat

Thick pork sausage contains 130 kcal per 100g, with 9.7g of protein, 12.9g of carbohydrates, and 22.1g of fat. A good source of protein, with 9.7g per 100g.

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Nutritional Overview

Thick pork sausage is a protein-rich food commonly used in main meals across many cuisines. Per 100g serving, it provides 130 kcal of energy, 9.7g of protein, 12.9g of carbohydrates, and 22.1g of fat.

It is a good source of protein, providing 9.7g per 100g (around 30% of its energy), approximately 19% of the UK Reference Nutrient Intake of 50g per day. Under UK/EU nutrition-claim rules, that meets the "high protein" threshold of at least 20% of energy from protein. Protein plays a key role in muscle repair, immune function, and keeping you feeling full for longer.

Under UK FSA traffic-light labelling, this food is classified as high in fat with 22.1g per 100g (8.1g of which is saturated). The NHS recommends that fat makes up no more than 35% of daily energy intake. Portion awareness is advisable when including it regularly.

With only 0.6g of sugar per 100g, it meets the UK/EU "low sugar" nutrition-claim threshold. This makes it a suitable choice for those reducing their sugar intake as part of a balanced diet. Thick pork sausage alone won't break your daily goal, but 130 kcal per 100g adds up if you're not counting it. Our nutrition calculator does the counting.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in Thick pork sausage?

Thick pork sausage contains 130 kcal per 100g, which is approximately 7% of the recommended daily intake of 2,000 kcal for an average adult.

Is Thick pork sausage high in protein?

Yes, Thick pork sausage provides 9.7g of protein per 100g (around 30% of its energy), meeting the UK/EU "high protein" nutrition-claim threshold of at least 20% of energy from protein. The UK Reference Nutrient Intake for protein is around 50g per day for adults. A 100g serving of Thick pork sausage provides 19% of this.

Is Thick pork sausage high in fat?

Yes, according to FSA traffic-light guidelines, Thick pork sausage is classified as high in fat with 22.1g per 100g (the threshold is 17.5g). Of this, 8.1g is saturated fat.

Is Thick pork sausage low in sugar?

Yes, Thick pork sausage has only 0.6g of sugar per 100g, meeting the UK/EU "low sugar" nutrition-claim threshold.

Is Thick pork sausage high in salt?

Thick pork sausage contains 2.20g of salt per 100g, which the FSA classifies as high (above 1.5g per 100g). The recommended daily maximum for adults is 6g. A 100g serving provides 37% of this.

Sources & References

Data source for this food

  1. Open Food Facts — manufacturer's official product page

General nutrition references

  1. British Nutrition Foundation — UK nutrition science and education
  2. USDA FoodData Central — US Department of Agriculture food composition database
  3. NHS Eat Well — UK National Health Service dietary guidance
  4. Scientific Advisory Committee on Nutrition (SACN) — UK government dietary recommendations and nutrient reference values
  5. World Health Organization (WHO) Nutrition — global dietary guidelines and public health nutrition
  6. Food Standards Agency (FSA) — UK food labelling regulations and traffic-light nutrition guidelines

Nutritional values are per 100g unless otherwise stated and are provided for general information only. Not a substitute for professional dietary or medical advice. If you have a health condition, allergy, or are pregnant, consult a qualified healthcare professional. Values may vary depending on brand, preparation method, and serving size.

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