Black Forest Ham
What You Should Know
You'd spot this in the deli case or pre-sliced lunch meat aisle — an easy grab for sandwiches, picnic plates, or a nostalgic diner-style ham-and-cheese. It tastes mildly sweet and tender from added water and sugars, with curing salts and a “natural flavor” that hint at conventional processing rather than a whole-cut meat; those ingredients and techniques are typical of processed (not purely fresh) meats.
Nutrition Facts
Ingredients
Black, Forest, Ham, (pork,, water,, cane, sugar,, sea, salt,, vinegar, [from, cane],, blend, of, sugar, and, honey, [cane, sugar,, honey],, maple, sugar,, natural, flavor)..
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
Processed Food
Why this score?
This is a processed meat cured with salt, added sugars, and water; while it contains a 'natural flavor' additive, it lacks the long list of industrial ingredients and emulsifiers typical of ultra-processed foods, so it aligns with NOVA group 3.
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Common Questions about Black Forest Ham
The Black Forest Ham can definitely fit into a balanced diet, especially if you're looking for a high-protein option. With just 90 calories and 18 grams of protein per 3-ounce serving, it packs a punch for muscle maintenance. However, it's also on the salty side with 760 mg of sodium, so if you're watching your salt intake, you might want to enjoy it in moderation.