Does bacon contain animal protein? Here's the truth
                                
                                
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                                Made from cured and smoked pork belly, regular bacon is inherently an animal product and therefore does contain animal protein. However, its protein content is accompanied by high amounts of saturated fat and sodium, factors that are important for nutritional consideration.