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Nutritional Profile of Ham (Prosciutto) - Care Omnia Nutrition
We got 39 nutritional values in our nutrition profile for Ham (Prosciutto).
Nutrient content compared to all foods
When comparing its nutrient content to all foods in our tool we find that it ranks quite high (Top 100) for one nutrient:
- Sodium, Na (Minerals)
Also, when compared to all foods, it ranks well (Top 250) for four additional nutrients:
- Vitamin D (D2 + D3) (Fat-soluble Vitamins)
- Choline (Other Micronutrients)
- Protein (Protein)
- Eicosatetraenoic Acid, ETA (20:4) (Polyunsaturated Fats)
Nutrient content compared to foods in the same category
A comparison between its nutrient content to foods in the same category (Sausages and Luncheon Meats) shows that it ranks great (Top 10) for two nutrients.
These are
- Sodium, Na (Minerals)
- Vitamin D (D2 + D3) (Fat-soluble Vitamins)
Additionally, a comparison to foods in the same category shows that it ranks notably well (Top 25) for seven additional nutrients.
With the highest ranking of them being
- Potassium, K (Minerals)
- Phosphorus, P (Minerals)
- Magnesium, Mg (Minerals)
- Protein (Protein)
You can find these and more nutrient rankings below.
Table of Contents
Nutrient Content Of Ham (Prosciutto)
The nutrient content of food is mainly divided into macro- and micronutrients.
Below you'll first find a macronutrient profile that will give you a sense of how the measured macronutrients compare to each other.
Secondly you'll find a lipid (fat) profile that shows you the content of saturated, mono-, and polyunsaturated fatty acids.
After that you'll find our detailed nutrient profile with all measured nutrients.
Macronutrient profile of Ham (Prosciutto)
Macronutrients are mainly divided into carbohydrates (carbs), lipids (fats), and protein.
In our macronutrient profile we also include water as we think that it gives a more complete picture of how nutrient dense the food is.
Figure 1. Macronutrient profile of Ham (Prosciutto)
Percent of 100 grams of food. Values can differ from nutrient profile below due to rounding.
After the overview this macronutrient profile provided let's dive deeper and take a look at the lipid (fat) profile!
Lipid (fat) profile of Ham (Prosciutto)
Lipids (fats) are a major part of the macronutrients in your food.
Lipids (fats), are divided into saturated and unsaturated fats. The unsaturated fats are then in turn divided into mono-, and polyunsaturated fats.
Here's a lipid (fat) profile to give you a sense of how the content of each type of fat compare to each other.
Figure 2. Lipid (fat) profile of Ham (Prosciutto)
Percent of 100 grams of food. Values can differ from nutrient profile below due to rounding.
And now, let's look at the detailed nutrient profile!
Detailed nutrient profile of Ham (Prosciutto)
Below we list all the nutrients that we have a measurement for. This is where you can find out what micronutrients there are in your food.
All nutrients are grouped together according to their type. Click on a nutrient type to show the individual nutrients. You can find other foods that contain the same nutrient by clicking on it.
If you can't find a specific nutrient, we recommend you go to our complete list of nutrients or try searching for it.
Nutrient Profile: Ham (Prosciutto)
In food category: Sausages and Luncheon Meats
| Carbohydrates (1) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Carbohydrates, by difference | 300 mg | 85 mg | 177 | 2480 |
| Fatty Acids (4) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Fatty Acids, total monounsaturated | 3.8 g | 1.1 g | 132 | 1165 |
| Fatty Acids, total polyunsaturated | 970 mg | 275 mg | 157 | 1553 |
| Fatty Acids, total saturated | 2.8 g | 788.1 mg | 151 | 1257 |
| Total Lipid (Fat) | 8.3 g | 2.4 g | 136 | 919 |
| Saturated Fats (5) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Capric Acid (10:0) | 30 mg | 8.5 mg | 33 | 502 |
| Lauric Acid (12:0) | 20 mg | 5.7 mg | 42 | 690 |
| Myristic Acid (14:0) | 110 mg | 31.2 mg | 134 | 1040 |
| Palmitic Acid (16:0) | 1.8 g | 499 mg | 152 | 1058 |
| Stearic Acid (18:0) | 860 mg | 243.8 mg | 145 | 835 |
| Monounsaturated Fats (2) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Oleic Acid (18:1) | 3.5 g | 992.2 mg | 135 | 1173 |
| Palmitoleic Acid (16:1) | 320 mg | 90.7 mg | 126 | 663 |
| Polyunsaturated Fats (3) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Eicosatetraenoic Acid, ETA (20:4) | 110 mg | 31.2 mg | 29 | 184 |
| Linoleic Acid (18:2 n-6) | 770 mg | 218.3 mg | 150 | 1630 |
| Linolenic Acid (18:3) | 90 mg | 25.5 mg | 106 | 866 |
| Protein (1) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Protein | 27.8 g | 7.9 g | 17 | 179 |
| Water-soluble Vitamins (8) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Folate, DFE | 5 µg | 1.4 µg | 33 | 450 |
| Folate, food | 5 µg | 1.4 µg | 32 | 284 |
| Folate, total | 5 µg | 1.4 µg | 32 | 389 |
| Niacin | 3.9 mg | 1.1 mg | 84 | 925 |
| Riboflavin | 242 µg | 68.6 µg | 48 | 569 |
| Thiamin | 567 µg | 160.7 µg | 20 | 329 |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.9 µg | 0.2 µg | 91 | 640 |
| Vitamin B6 | 420 µg | 119.1 µg | 25 | 561 |
| Fat-soluble Vitamins (2) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| alpha-Tocopherol | 280 µg | 79.4 µg | 52 | 615 |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.9 µg | 0.3 µg | 10 | 152 |
| Minerals (9) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Calcium, Ca | 10 mg | 2.8 mg | 69 | 541 |
| Copper, Cu | 108 µg | 30.6 µg | 58 | 741 |
| Iron, Fe | 1.1 mg | 314.7 µg | 94 | 810 |
| Magnesium, Mg | 25 mg | 7.1 mg | 14 | 322 |
| Phosphorus, P | 318 mg | 90.2 mg | 12 | 346 |
| Potassium, K | 510 mg | 144.6 mg | 11 | 389 |
| Selenium, Se | 25.8 µg | 7.3 µg | 47 | 433 |
| Sodium, Na | 2.7 g | 765.4 mg | 3 | 58 |
| Zinc, Zn | 2.8 mg | 796.6 µg | 46 | 632 |
| Other Micronutrients (2) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Cholesterol | 70 mg | 19.8 mg | 59 | 311 |
| Choline | 106 mg | 30.1 mg | 22 | 163 |
| Water (1) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Water | 55.9 g | 15.8 g | 107 | 1469 |
| Other (1) | per 100g | per Oz | Rank Cat. | Rank Foods |
| Kcal (Energy) | 195 kcal | 55.3 kcal | 111 | 493 |
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Common Serving Sizes Of Ham (Prosciutto)
Here's some of the different portion/serving sizes to get a sense of the weight.
| Amount / Measurement | Weight in Gr | Weight in Oz |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Surface Inch | 0.4 g | 0.01 oz |
| 1 Slice | 9.2 g | 0.3 oz |
| 1 Thin Slice | 9.2 g | 0.3 oz |
| 1 Oz, Boneless | 28.4 g | 1.0 oz |
| 1 Cup | 56.0 g | 2.0 oz |
43 Similar Sausages or Luncheon Meats
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| Ham | No of Nutrients |
(Chopped) | 64 |
(Smoked Or Cured, Meat & Fat Eaten) | 43 |
(Smoked Or Cured, Only Meat Eaten) | 43 |
(Smoked Or Cured, Unspecified If Fat Eaten) | 43 |
(Smoked Or Cured, Meat & Fat Eaten) | 43 |
(Smoked Or Cured, Only Meat Eaten) | 43 |
(Smoked Or Cured, Unspecified If Fat Eaten) | 43 |
(Breaded Or Floured, Meat & Fat Eaten) | 48 |
(Breaded Or Floured, Only Meat Eaten) | 48 |
(Breaded Or Floured, Unspecified If Fat Eaten) | 48 |
(Meat & Fat Eaten) | 44 |
(Only Meat Eaten) | 44 |
(Unspecified If Fat Eaten) | 44 |
(Chopped, Minced, Pressed, Spiced, Lowfat, Luncheon Meat, Not Canned) | 35 |
(Chopped, Minced, Pressed, Spiced, Luncheon Meat, Not Canned) | 39 |
(Chopped, Not Canned) | 43 |
(Deviled Or Potted) | 39 |
(Minced) | 63 |
(Sliced, Pre-Packaged, Deli Meat, 96% fat Free, Water Added) | 86 |
| 38 | |
(Chopped With Natural Juice) | 31 |
(Extra Lean, Lower Sodium, Prepackaged Or Deli, Luncheon Meat) | 43 |
(Extra Lean, Prepackaged Or Deli, Luncheon Meat) | 35 |
(Low Salt, Prepackaged Or Deli, Luncheon Meat) | 41 |
(Prepackaged Or Deli, Luncheon Meat) | 41 |
(Regular, Approximately 11% Fat) | 69 |
(Extra Lean, Low Sodium) | 82 |
(Ground Patty) | 48 |
| Ham & Cheese Loaf | No of Nutrients |
| 38 | |
| Ham & Cheese Loaf Or Roll | No of Nutrients |
| 62 | |
| Ham & Cheese Spread | No of Nutrients |
| 60 | |
| Ham & Pork | No of Nutrients |
(Chopped, Minced, Pressed, Spiced, Luncheon Meat) | 39 |
| Ham Loaf | No of Nutrients |
(Luncheon Meat) | 39 |
| Ham Luncheon Meat | No of Nutrients |
(Loaf Type) | 43 |
| Ham Salad Spread | No of Nutrients |
| 38 | |
| 63 | |
| Ham, Pork & Chicken | No of Nutrients |
(Chopped, Minced, Pressed, Spiced, Luncheon Meat) | 40 |
| Ham, Pork, & Chicken | No of Nutrients |
(Chopped, Minced, Pressed, Spiced, Luncheon Meat, Reduced Sodium) | 38 |
| Pork With Ham | No of Nutrients |
(Luncheon Meat, Includes Spam, Hormel) | 44 |
| Pork, Ham, & Chicken | No of Nutrients |
(Luncheon Meat, Added Ascorbic Acid, Includes Spam, Reduced Sodium, 25% Less Sodium) | 43 |
| Turkey Ham | No of Nutrients |
(Extra Lean, Prepackaged Or Deli, Luncheon Meat) | 41 |
(Extra Lean, Prepackaged Or Deli) | 46 |
| 41 |
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