Comparison

British ham vs Wiltshire cured british ham

Neither product is clearly better overall — it depends on what matters most to you.

Nutrition per 100 g

NutrientBritish hamWiltshire cured british ham
Nutri-Score c d
NOVA group 4 3
Calories 118 kcal 115 kcal
Fat 2.8 g 2.4 g
Saturated fat 1 g 0.9 g
Sugars 0.9 g 0.5 g
Salt 1.6 g 2.8 g
Fiber — 0.5 g
Protein 22.3 g 23.2 g
Additives32
AllergensPorkPork

Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).

Key differences

  • Wiltshire cured british ham has 14% less fat (2.4 g vs 2.8 g).
  • Wiltshire cured british ham has 44% less sugar (0.5 g vs 0.9 g).
  • British ham has 41% less salt (1.6 g vs 2.8 g).
  • British ham has the better Nutri-Score.
  • Wiltshire cured british ham is less processed (lower NOVA group).

Ingredients

British ham

Pork, Salt, Sugar, Stabilisers: Triphosphates; Antioxidant: Sodium Ascorbate; Preservative: Sodium Nitrite

Wiltshire cured british ham

Pork, Salt, Preservatives: Sodium Nitrate, Sodium Nitrite.

FAQ

Which is healthier: British ham or Wiltshire cured british ham?

Neither product is clearly better overall — it depends on what matters most to you. We compare Nutri-Score, processing level and seven nutrients per 100 g. Your own needs (for example low sugar or high protein) may make a different choice better for you.

Which has fewer calories?

Wiltshire cured british ham has fewer calories: 115 kcal versus 118 kcal per 100 g.

Which has less sugar?

Wiltshire cured british ham has less sugar: 0.5 g versus 0.9 g per 100 g.

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