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daylitemag
daylitemag Posts: 604 Member
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Since going LCHF I'm eating more bacon than before (which is greatest), but I'm having a hard time logging it. The package says the cal count uncooked. Well, I don't eat raw bacon so wondering how to log. Feel free to look at my diary and let me know if it makes sense. When I eat bacon I cook it to almost well done. I then drain most of the fat before cooking my eggs in about 1 tbsp. I log the fat and bacon but it's a total shot in the dark using the database. I'm worried that I'm not logging enough calories. Thanks for any advice.

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  • WhatLouAte
    WhatLouAte Posts: 155 Member
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    I log all my meat in the raw state, regardless if how much fat comes out of it. I don't log the bacon fat separately.
  • KenSmith108
    KenSmith108 Posts: 1,966 Member
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    Hmmm Bacon
    We cook a lb. at a time. Pour off & store the fat Bag the cooked bacon.
    For breakfast my Sweetie weighs out a 1/2 oz. & crumbles it for my eggs.
    When we're at the diner I count bacon strips & add fat in my log.
    Bacon is not an exact science, we settle for close.

    >:) or o:)
  • LowCarbInScotland
    LowCarbInScotland Posts: 1,027 Member
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    I also log all of my meats based on their raw measurements as I'd rather overestimate than underestimate.
  • crunchketo
    crunchketo Posts: 49 Member
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    I log based on raw state and save the fat to use in cooking. Then when I throw in a tbsp while cooking I don't log it.
  • moe0303
    moe0303 Posts: 934 Member
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    There are some precooked bacon products. Maybe you can use that as a reference point.
  • kirkor
    kirkor Posts: 2,530 Member
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    I use an entry from the database that is about 40 per slice.

    Doesn't matter exactly how accurate the entry you choose is, but once you pick a way then cook it the same way and log it the same way. Consistency over time is what will bring you results.
  • LINIA
    LINIA Posts: 1,046 Member
    edited February 2016
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    Coming up with the range of 40 to 80 calories per slice, this website allows one to search thick cut, cooked and uncooked. If you believe you are under-counting, go for the higher range.

    In addition, from time to time i have called the 800 number listed on a package or found on the product website, this is something that might work for you. You may get an answer from one phone call, worth a try.
    You have me thinking because i too really enjoy ordering bacon on top of burgers or as a side at Bonefish grill, really as a side wherever i happen to be.

    http://www.fatsecret.com/calories-nutrition/generic/bacon-cooked?portionid=3747
  • daylitemag
    daylitemag Posts: 604 Member
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    Thanks @LINIA . Its def confusing. I'm currently logging just over 40 Cals per slice and then another 115 for the grease. I will do a bit more research.
  • kirkor
    kirkor Posts: 2,530 Member
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    Ya, that seems pretty high, unless you're drinking all that's in the pan.
  • auntstephie321
    auntstephie321 Posts: 3,586 Member
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    Some brands are marked different, the one I have goes by cooked weight, anywhere from 45-60 per slice depending on the brand.
  • KarlaYP
    KarlaYP Posts: 4,439 Member
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    Been at this for a year, and never noticed the differences! I always went with the package when I logged everyday. Just remember, it is impossible to be exact with the macros. Try not to stress over it too much and enjoy the bacon :wink:

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