The favourite pub snack could be more than the perfect accompaniment to a pint, pork scratchings could actually be good for you.

A whopping two thirds of all fat is heart healthy poly and monounsaturated, with as much as 13% coming from non-cholesterol producing saturated fat, stearic acid.

It's high in protein, to keep you feeling fuller and muscle and bone health - a typical 20g pack contains 2g more protein than an egg, or a fifth of your recommended daily allowance.

Despite also being low in sugar and carbs, pork scratchings are high in salt so shouldn't me consumed too often.