Why is Extra cooked ham classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product is deemed ultra‑processed because it contains added water, salt, dextrose, stabilisers (E451i and E407), an antioxidant (E301), flavourings, and a preservative (E250), all of which go beyond simple meat preparation and place it in the NOVA 4 category.

How does the salt content in this ham affect a hypertensive diet?

With 1.9 g of salt per 100 g, the ham contributes about 38 % of the WHO’s recommended maximum daily sodium intake (5 g), so people with high blood pressure should limit portions to avoid excessive sodium consumption.

Is this ham suitable for a gluten‑free diet?

Yes, the product is labeled gluten‑free and contains no wheat‑derived ingredients, making it safe for individuals who must avoid gluten.

Hacendado • 200g

Jamón cocido extra

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Product Insights

Extra cooked ham (Hacendado) is a processed‑meat product classified under the PNNS ‘Processed meat’ group. It delivers high‑quality protein (≈18.6 g per 100 g) with low sugar (0.9 g) and modest fat, making it a lean source of nutrients. However, it is ultra‑processed (NOVA 4), carries a Nutri‑Score of C, contains added salt (1.9 g/100 g) and several additives such as sodium nitrite (E250), sodium ascorbate (E301), carrageenan (E407) and modified starch (E451i), which lower its overall health rating.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal101 kcal

Fat2.5 g

Saturated Fat0.9 g

Carbohydrates0.9 g

Sugars0.9 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average processed meat, this extra cooked ham contains about half the sugar (0.9 g vs 1.56 g), less than half the salt (1.9 g vs 3.52 g), and a similar protein level (18.6 g vs 18.4 g) while providing only roughly 100 kcal per 100 g versus the typical 255 kcal.

Ingredients

Jamón (85% ), agua, sal, dextrosa, estabilizantes (E-451i, E-407), antioxidante (ascorbato sódico), especias, aromas, conservador (nitrito sódico),

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Delicato

200 g