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Ham Calories

Protein source, salty, processed meat

CALORIES

145kcal

GI

0low

POTASSIUM

260mg

FIBER

0g

Ham Nutrition Facts

Selected: 100 g

145

KCAL / 100G

Carbs

1.5g

· 4%

Protein

20.5g

· 56%

Fat

6.5g

· 40%

Fiber

0g

Ham Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B1

0.6mg · 50% DV

B12

0.7µg · 29% DV

B6

0.4mg · 24% DV

B3

3.7mg · 23% DV

Minerals

Sodium

1200mg · 52% DV

Phosphorus

180mg · 26% DV

Selenium

14µg · 25% DV

Zinc

2mg · 18% DV

Ham Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

0
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

0
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

Is Ham Processed?

NOVA 3

Processed

1. Unprocessed

2. Minimally Processed

3. Processed

4. Ultra-Processed

NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.

Does Ham Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

Gluten free
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Ham Good For?

Vegan

— Not suitable

Vegetarian

— Not suitable

Gluten-Free

✓ Suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

✓ Suitable

Paleo

✓ Suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

✓ Suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Ham Fat Profile

SATURATED

2.2g

MONOUNSATURATED

2.3g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.6g

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Omega 6:3 ratio 12.5:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (12.5:1).

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Ham — Frequently Asked Questions

Is ham good for high-protein or low-carb diets?

Per 100 g, ham provides 20.5 g protein with only 1.5 g carbs and 145 calories. It is compatible with Omnivore, Keto, Ketovore, Paleo, Mediterranean, Flexitarian, and Gluten-Free diets.

What is the glycemic index of ham?

Ham has a glycemic index of 0. With 1.5 g carbohydrates per 100 g, its glycemic impact is low.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.