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Virginia Ham
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Virginia Ham

Wellshire Farms
Available at Whole Foods
90
Calories
16g
Protein
1g
Sugars
1000mg
Sodium
23
Ingredients

What You Should Know

You'd spot this packaged Virginia ham in the refrigerated deli or meat case and reach for it for holiday roasts, weekend brunch quiches, or quick deli-style sandwiches — it carries a nostalgic, comforting vibe that leans indulgent. The ingredient list is mostly recognizable (pork with added cane sugar, sea salt, vinegar and natural flavor) and the curing and added sugars/salt produce a salty, firm, sliceable texture; these are hallmarks of a processed, cured meat rather than a minimally processed or highly industrial ultra-processed product.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 3 oz
Servings per Container: 1
Calories90
% Daily Value*
Total Fat2g3%
Saturated Fat1g5%
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol40mg13%
Sodium1000mg43%
Total Carbohydrate3g1%
Total Sugars1g
Protein16g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Virginia, Ham, (pork,, water,, cane, sugar,, sea, salt,, vinegar, [from, cane],, blend, of, sugar, and, honey, [cane, sugar,, honey],, maple, sugar,, natural, flavor)..

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:3 / 4

Processed Food

Why this score?

Contains whole meat with added salt, sugars, vinegar and flavoring consistent with curing and preservation; ingredients are recognizable and not dominated by industrial additives or emulsifiers, placing it in NOVA group 3 (processed foods).

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Common Questions about Virginia Ham

Well, that depends on your definition of healthy! Virginia Ham packs a solid punch of protein—16 grams per serving, which is great for muscle repair and energy. However, it does have a higher sodium content (1000 mg), so if you're watching your salt intake, you might want to enjoy it in moderation.

Perfect For

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holiday-baking
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Vibe:

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$11.99
per package