Unheated Separable Lean Only Bone-In Shank Ham -- Water Added Cured Pork

Pork, Cured, Ham -- Water Added, Shank, Bone-In, Separable Lean Only, Unheated has a low-calorie, low-carb, low-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Thiamin.

The food contains 0.71g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low in complex carbs and low in Simple carbs. Carbs are our primary source of energy but its source should be chosen with utmost care. Complex carbs are a more desirable addition to your diet, where as simple carbs should be consumed in moderation as it is very easily broken down, assimilated and absorbed in the body. With 18.65 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

On top of that, the low fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is low in saturated fats and low in trans fats. It's low MUFA and low PUFA. The omega-3 content is low.

It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also a very high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Pork, Cured, Ham -- Water Added, Shank, Bone-In, Separable Lean Only, Unheated has been given a composite ranking of 15, and sparingly.