Why is Serrano ham classified as NOVA 3 and what specific additives does it contain?

Serrano ham is rated NOVA 3 because it undergoes curing, drying and the addition of salt and nitrite preservatives, which are typical of processed meats; the listed additives are nitrite salts E‑250 (sodium nitrite) and E‑252 (potassium nitrite).

How does the salt content in this ham affect a hypertensive or low‑sodium diet?

With 3.54 g of salt per 100 g, the ham is high in sodium, so people managing hypertension or aiming for low‑sodium intake should limit portions and balance it with other low‑salt foods.

Is Serrano ham suitable for gluten‑free, keto, or other strict dietary regimes?

The product is gluten‑free and contains virtually no carbs, making it compatible with gluten‑free and keto diets, but it is pork‑based and contains nitrite preservatives, so it is not suitable for vegan, vegetarian, or halal diets.

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Jamón serrano

Fish Meat Eggs

Product Insights

Serrano ham is a traditional Spanish dry-cured pork ham, sold in a 240 g pack, certified gluten‑free and bearing the green‑dot and TSG quality marks. It belongs to the PNNS group "Fish Meat Eggs", delivers 33.5 g of protein per 100 g while providing 12.2 g of fat (4.6 g saturated), 0.5 g of sugar, 3.54 g of salt and 248 kcal, earning a Nutri‑Score of E and a NOVA 3 processing level. The ham is a high‑protein, low‑carb option, but the salt content is high and the presence of nitrite preservatives (E‑250, E‑252) means it should be eaten in moderation.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal248 kcal

Fat12.2 g

Saturated Fat4.6 g

Carbohydrates1 g

Sugars0.5 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average cured‑meat profile, this Serrano ham contains about half the sugar, less fat and saturated fat, slightly more salt, and roughly double the protein, resulting in a marginally lower caloric value.

Ingredients

Jamón de cerdo, sal, conservadores (E-252,E-250)

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