Wafer thin cooked ham slices vs Traditional ham
Overall, Wafer thin cooked ham slices has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 4 of our comparison points versus 3.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Wafer thin cooked ham slices | Traditional ham |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | c | d |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 110 kcal | 123 kcal |
| Fat | 3.4 g | 3 g |
| Saturated fat | 1.3 g | 1.2 g |
| Sugars | 0.8 g | 0.3 g |
| Salt | 1.5 g | 2.3 g |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | — |
| Protein | 18.5 g | 22.8 g |
| Additives | 2 | 5 |
| Allergens | Pork | None listed |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Wafer thin cooked ham slices has 11% fewer calories (110 kcal vs 123 kcal).
- Traditional ham has 12% less fat (3 g vs 3.4 g).
- Traditional ham has 63% less sugar (0.3 g vs 0.8 g).
- Wafer thin cooked ham slices has 34% less salt (1.5 g vs 2.3 g).
- Traditional ham has 19% more protein (22.8 g vs 18.5 g).
- Wafer thin cooked ham slices has the better Nutri-Score.
- Only Wafer thin cooked ham slices lists: Pork.
Ingredients
Wafer thin cooked ham slices
pork, salt, sugar, triphosphates, sodium ascorbate, sodium nitrate
Traditional ham
Irish Pork, Salt, Sugars, Stabilisers: Triphosphates, Polyphosphates, Dextrose, Yeast Extract, Preservatives: Sodium Nitrite, Potassium Nitrate; Antioxidant: Sodium Ascorbate. 117g of raw pork per 100g of finished product.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Wafer thin cooked ham slices or Traditional ham?
Overall, Wafer thin cooked ham slices has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. 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?
Wafer thin cooked ham slices has fewer calories: 110 kcal versus 123 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Traditional ham has less sugar: 0.3 g versus 0.8 g per 100 g.