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- Hebrew National 97% Fat Free Beef Franks. At last, we arrive behind a winner, and one we can all get behind. These kosher all-beef franks from Hebrew National are 97% fat free and, as a result, contain only 1 gram of total fat, 0.5 grams of saturated fat, and a mere 45 calories per hot dog.
- Ball Park Lean Beef Franks. When you think of hot dogs, you think of the ballpark, but the brand that has capitalized on this American association hasn't popped up on this list until now.
- Oscar Mayer Classic Uncured Wieners. Oscar Mayer has been a beloved American brand for over 100 years. Known for its hot dogs, bologna, catchy slogans and musical numbers, and of course the iconic Wienermobile, this Kraft subsidiary actually offers one very healthy hot dog option.
- Applegate Organics The Great Organic Uncured Beef Hot Dog. Applegate Organics delivers another low-calorie hot dog, this one clocking in at just 100 calories per wiener.
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If you're looking for a delicious, juicy hot dog, Sabrett Skinless Beef Frankfurters are a fantastic choice. Or, if you're looking for a hot dog that will please meat-eaters and vegetarians alike, Lightlife's Smart Dogs are a great option.
To narrow the field, we researched and read the labels of more than 60 products, and selected the ones that fit the following nutrition requirements: ≤150 calories, ≤5 g saturated fat and ≤430 mg sodium. We also looked for a range of products, including veggie hot dogs, beef hot dogs, poultry hot dogs and combination hot dogs. For the taste test, a...
Conventional hot dogs are a processed meat product, which the World Health Organizationofficially classified as a carcinogen in 2015. Most hot dogs contain nitrates, a compound used in the curing process. When nitrates combine with protein, they form nitrosamines, a compound that has been linked to increased risk of certain cancers. Nitrates are pa...
Alex Loh is the associate food editor at EatingWell. She is passionate about food and cooking, and has over two years of experience with the brand. She has written more than 15 product guides and has tested hundreds of products, including salad spinners, chef's knives and protein powders. For this article, she consulted with a registered dietitian ...
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To save you time scanning nutrition labels, here are the healthiest and the least healthy store-bought hot dogs according to nutritionists.
- Organic Prairie 100% Grass-Fed Beef Hot Dogs. The Organic Prairie grass-fed beef hot dogs contain only seven ingredients, including organic beef, water, and seasonings.
- Applegate 100% Grass-Fed Beef Hot Dogs. "I like this product because it is organic and made with high-quality grass-fed beef," Davis tells mbg. Along with beef and water, Applegate hot dogs contain sea salt, celery salt, garlic and onion powders, and paprika for flavoring.
- Teton Waters Ranch Bun-Length 100% Grass-Fed Beef Hot Dogs. Teton's 100% grass-fed and finished beef hot dogs fit perfectly in a bun. They're free of fillers, nitrates, nitrites, and added sugars, women's health dietitian Valerie Agyeman, R.D., tells mbg.
- Beyond Meat Original Plant-Based Sausage. The main ingredients in Beyond Meat's plant-based sausage are pea protein and coconut oil. The pea protein is combined with rice protein and fava bean protein, making it beneficial for vegetarians or other plant-based eaters, Davis tells mbg.
www.melissashealthyliving.com · the-best-hot-dogThe Best Hot Dog for Kids - Melissa's Healthy Living
May 9, 2009 · Hot dogs are a great treat for kids, but choose wisely in the grocery store. Hot dogs and other cured meats (like deli meats, sausages, and bacon) contain nitrites and nitrates, which enhance the taste and color of the meats.
Jul 18, 2018 · It is possible to find a healthy hot dog, if you follow this advice from the nutrition experts at Consumer Reports.
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May 19, 2024 · A staple at any ballpark or backyard barbecue, Americans ate about 3.7 billion hot dogs from May 2021 to May 2022, research firm The NPD Group found. But when you’re at the store buying your...
