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Pork, cured, ham, extra lean and regular, canned, roasted

Pork Per 100 g · Per 100g serving

Pork, cured, ham, extra lean and regular, canned, roasted is a meat at 167 calories per 100g. It is an excellent source of Thiamin (B1) and Sodium, providing 80% and 71% of the Daily Value respectively. This meat is high in protein. Pork provides complete protein, B vitamins (especially thiamin), and minerals. Leaner cuts offer a favorable protein-to-fat ratio. Our database tracks 84 nutrients for this food, plus insulin index, environmental footprint data.

167
Calories
kcal
20.9
Protein
g
8.4
Fat
g
0.49
Carbs
g
0
Fiber
g

Top Nutrients

☀️
Thiamin (B1)
0.96 mg
80% DV
💎
Sodium
1,068 mg
71% DV
💎
Selenium
26.6 µg
48% DV

Data for 84 of 150 tracked nutrients

Nutrient Fingerprint

How this food scores across key nutrient categories, as a percentage of the daily recommended value per 100 g. Based on USDA DRIs for adults.

Complete Nutrient Profile

Macronutrients 9
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Water SR66.5g—
2%
Calories SR167kcal——
Energy (kJ) SR699kj——
Protein SR20.9g—
37%
Total Fat SR8.4g——
Carbohydrate SR0.49g—
0%
Fiber SR0g——
Total Sugars SR0g——
Ash SR3.6g——
Minerals 10
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Calcium SR7.0mg—
1%
Iron SR1.1mg—
13%
Magnesium SR20.0mg—
5%
Phosphorus SR221mg—
32%
Potassium SR351mg—
10%
Sodium SR1,068mg—
71%
Zinc SR2.3mg—
21%
Copper SR0.08mg—
9%
Manganese SR0.03mg—
1%
Selenium SR26.6µg—
48%
Vitamins 26
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Vitamin A (RAE) SR0µg——
Vitamin A (IU) SR0IU——
Retinol SR0µg——
Beta-Carotene SR0µg——
Alpha-Carotene SR0µg——
Beta-Cryptoxanthin SR0µg——
Lycopene SR0µg——
Lutein + Zeaxanthin SR0µg——
Vitamin C SR0mg——
Vitamin D SR0.70µg—
5%
Vitamin D (IU) SR30.0IU——
Vitamin D3 SR0.70µg——
Vitamin E SR0.25mg—
2%
Vitamin K1 SR0µg——
Thiamin (B1) SR0.96mg—
80%
Riboflavin (B2) SR0.25mg—
19%
Niacin (B3) SR5.0mg—
31%
Pantothenic Acid (B5) SR0.62mg—
12%
Vitamin B6 SR0.40mg—
31%
Folate SR5.0µg—
1%
Folic Acid SR0µg——
Folate (food) SR5.0µg——
Folate (DFE) SR5.0µg——
Vitamin B12 SR0.83µg—
35%
Choline SR81.8mg—
15%
Betaine SR5.5mg——
Fatty Acids 8
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Saturated Fat SR2.8g——
Monounsaturated Fat SR4.1g——
Polyunsaturated Fat SR0.90g——
Cholesterol SR41.0mg——
Phytosterols SR0mg——
Omega-3 EPA SR0g——
Omega-3 DPA SR0g——
Omega-3 DHA SR0g——
Individual Fatty Acids 10
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Butyric Acid (4:0) SR0g——
Caproic Acid (6:0) SR0g——
Caprylic Acid (8:0) SR0g——
Capric Acid (10:0) SR0.03g——
Lauric Acid (12:0) SR0.02g——
Myristic Acid (14:0) SR0.09g——
Palmitic Acid (16:0) SR1.8g——
Stearic Acid (18:0) SR0.88g——
Linoleic Acid (18:2) SR0.81g—
5%
Linolenic Acid (18:3) SR0.09g——
Amino Acids 18
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Tryptophan SR0.24g——
Threonine SR0.93g——
Isoleucine SR0.90g——
Leucine SR1.6g——
Lysine SR1.8g——
Methionine SR0.55g——
Cystine SR0.25g——
Phenylalanine SR0.81g——
Tyrosine SR0.69g——
Valine SR0.94g——
Arginine SR1.3g——
Histidine SR0.83g——
Alanine SR1.2g——
Aspartic Acid SR1.9g——
Glutamic Acid SR3.1g——
Glycine SR1.0g——
Proline SR0.89g——
Serine SR0.81g——
Other 3
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Caffeine SR0mg——
Theobromine SR0mg——
Alcohol SR0g——

Nutrient Density Score

The NRF9.3 score measures overall nutritional quality per 100 kcal. It rewards 9 nutrients to encourage (protein, fiber, vitamins A, C, E, calcium, iron, magnesium, potassium) and penalizes 3 to limit (saturated fat, added sugars, sodium). Higher is better; negative scores indicate the food is high in limit nutrients relative to its beneficial content.

1
NRF9.3 Score
Moderate · per 100 kcal
Poor (<0) Moderate Good Excellent (100+)

NRF9.3 index: Fulgoni et al. (2009), J Nutr 139(8). DVs based on FDA 2020 reference values.

Nutrient Interactions in This Food

Nutrients in this food that enhance or compete with each other during absorption.

✔ Synergies — nutrients that help each other

Vitamin B6 + Magnesium●●●

Vitamin B6 may enhance intracellular magnesium accumulation. Combined supplementation has shown greater benefits for stress and anxiety than magnesium alone.

Pouteau et al., PLoS One, 2018

⚠ Antagonisms — nutrients that compete

Zinc vs Copper●●●

High zinc intake induces metallothionein in enterocytes, which traps copper and blocks its absorption. Prolonged high-dose zinc can cause copper deficiency.

Prasad et al., JAMA, 1978; Fosmire, Am J Clin Nutr, 1990

Zinc vs Iron●●●

Zinc and non-heme iron compete for the same intestinal transporter (DMT1). High doses of one can reduce absorption of the other when taken simultaneously.

Rossander-Hulten et al., Am J Clin Nutr, 1991

Potassium vs Sodium●●●

High potassium intake promotes renal sodium excretion and attenuates the blood pressure–raising effect of sodium. A higher K:Na ratio is associated with lower cardiovascular risk.

Aburto et al., BMJ, 2013

Amino Acid Profile

Essential amino acid composition compared to the WHO/FAO adult reference pattern. The Amino Acid Score indicates protein quality — 100 means all essential amino acid requirements are met.

115
Amino Acid Score
Complete
Valine
Lowest Scoring
18
Amino Acids Tracked

✓ Complete protein — all essential amino acids meet or exceed WHO reference levels.

All Amino Acids (18)
Amino Acidg / 100gmg / g protein
Tryptophan0.2411.3
Threonine0.9344.6
Isoleucine0.9043.0
Leucine1.677.7
Lysine1.885.9
Methionine0.5526.1
Cystine0.2511.8
Phenylalanine0.8138.5
Tyrosine0.6932.8
Valine0.9444.8
Arginine1.361.9
Histidine0.8339.5
Alanine1.257.1
Aspartic Acid1.992.3
Glutamic Acid3.1147.7
Glycine1.048.9
Proline0.8942.6
Serine0.8138.9

Fatty Acid Profile

Breakdown of fat types per 100g. A healthy fat profile favours unsaturated fats (mono + poly) and a balanced omega-3 to omega-6 ratio.

2.8g
Saturated
4.1g
Monounsaturated
0.90g
Polyunsaturated
Omega Fatty Acids
Linoleic acid (18:2 n-6)0.81 g

How Cooking Changes Nutrients

Estimated percentage of each nutrient retained after cooking, based on USDA retention factors for the “Ham” food category. Values of 100% mean no loss; lower values indicate nutrients lost to heat, water, or oxidation.

Source: USDA Table of Nutrient Retention Factors, Release 6 (2007). Retention values are category-level averages — actual retention depends on cooking time, temperature, and water volume.

USDA Retention Factors

Insulin Response

The Insulin Index (II) measures the actual insulin response to food on a scale where white bread = 100. Unlike the Glycemic Index (which only measures blood sugar), the II captures the full hormonal response — including the effect of protein and fat on insulin secretion. This is why high-protein foods like meat and dairy can have significant insulin scores despite having low or zero GI values.

40
Insulin Index
Moderate Insulin Response
Insulin Index Scale 40
0 Low ≤30 Mod ≤60 High ≤100 120
Category ●●● Assigned from measured food category

Source: Holt et al. 1997; Bao et al. 2016; Bell 2014

Environmental Impact

Environmental footprint per kilogram of food produced. Data represents the global average for the “Pig Meat” category.

12.3
kg CO₂e / kg
High Impact
17.4
m² land / kg
Land Use
1,796
L water / kg
Water Use
143
g SO₂e / kg
Acidification
How this compares (GHG emissions)
Potatoes (0.5)Chicken (9.9)Beef (99.5)
Greenhouse Gas Emissions12.3 kg CO₂e / kg
Land Use17.4 m² / kg
Water Use1,796 L / kg
Eutrophication76.4 g PO₄e / kg
Acidification143 g SO₂e / kg
⚠️ Important context about this data
  • Global averages: These figures are production-weighted averages from a meta-analysis of ~38,700 farms across 119 countries (Poore & Nemecek, 2018). Actual impact varies enormously by farming method, geography, and supply chain.
  • System boundary: Cradle-to-retail only — does not include consumer transport, home cooking energy, or food waste.
  • Soil carbon not included: This data does not account for soil carbon sequestration. Some argue that well-managed regenerative grazing partially offsets ruminant emissions; however, full lifecycle accounting — including methane, land-use change, and the opportunity cost of using land for grazing vs. reforestation — typically makes the net footprint of ruminant meat higher, not lower. This is especially relevant in temperate grassland regions like Ireland.
  • Not gospel: This data is informational and illustrative. It is useful for understanding relative magnitudes, but should not be treated as precise measurements for any individual product or farm.

Source: Poore & Nemecek (2018), Science 360(6392). Meta-analysis of ~38,700 farms, 119 countries, 46 product categories.

Global Supply: Meat

Top 10 countries by per capita supply of the “Meat” food group (kcal/capita/day, 2023). This is food group–level data from FAO Food Balance Sheets, not specific to this individual food.

1.
Tonga
755
2.
Mongolia
643
3.
Argentina
571
4.
China; Macao SAR
546
5.
Marshall Islands
539
6.
Ireland
532
7.
Bahamas
527
8.
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
516
9.
Nauru
510
10.
Belarus
498

Global Supply Trend (1961–2023)

+56%
1961: 156 kcal2023: 244 kcal

Source: FAO Food Balance Sheets (2023). Supply = production + imports − exports − waste, converted to kcal/capita/day.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in Pork, cured, ham, extra lean and regular, canned, roasted?

Pork, cured, ham, extra lean and regular, canned, roasted contains 167 kcal per 100 grams, making it a moderate-calorie food. The energy comes from 20.9g of protein (50% of calories), 8.4g of fat (45%), and 0.49g of carbohydrates (1%). Protein is the primary energy source.

What is Pork, cured, ham, extra lean and regular, canned, roasted most nutritious for?

The standout nutrient in Pork, cured, ham, extra lean and regular, canned, roasted is Thiamin (B1), providing 0.96 mg per 100g (80% of the Daily Value). It is also a notable source of Sodium (71% DV). Our database tracks 84 individual nutrients for this food, allowing detailed comparison across vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and fatty acids.

Is Pork, cured, ham, extra lean and regular, canned, roasted high in protein?

With 20.9g per 100 grams, Pork, cured, ham, extra lean and regular, canned, roasted is a high-protein food. Protein accounts for 50% of its total calories, making it suitable for diets focused on protein intake.

How much fiber is in Pork, cured, ham, extra lean and regular, canned, roasted?

Pork, cured, ham, extra lean and regular, canned, roasted contains no dietary fiber. This is typical for animal-derived food. Pair with plant-based foods to ensure adequate fiber intake.

What is the insulin index of Pork, cured, ham, extra lean and regular, canned, roasted?

Pork, cured, ham, extra lean and regular, canned, roasted has a moderate insulin response (II: 40) (estimated from macronutrient composition) on the insulin index scale (white bread = 100). This is a typical insulin response for most mixed foods. Note that the insulin index can differ substantially from the glycemic index — dairy products and high-protein foods often have higher insulin responses than their GI would suggest.