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Spam

Spam is a canned, cooked luncheon meat made from pork (and often added ham and preservatives) that originated in the United States and is widely used in quick meals, sandwiches and fried dishes — it is also popular in Hawaiian and Asian-inspired recipes. It provides a convenient source of animal protein but is a highly processed product with added preservatives and flavorings. It contains about 1.41g of salt per 100g, so it can contribute a large portion of daily sodium intake. While Spam supplies usable protein and a complete amino-acid profile useful for quick meals, its processed nature and higher levels of saturated fat and sodium mean it’s best enjoyed occasionally or swapped for leaner, lower-sodium alternatives when trying to eat healthier.

Lactose free · Ultra-processed · ~2.00€/100g

Kinome Health Grade

D

Use selectively

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Nutrition

Macronutrients per selected portion. Averaged from verified sources.

Calories

315 kcal

16% of Daily kcal · energy-dense

Protein

13 g

27% RDI

Fat

27 g

10g sat fat

Carbs

4.6 g

2% RDI

Sugar

0 g

0% RDI

Fiber

0 g

0% RDI

Salt

1.4 g

28% RDI

Nutrition quality

Scored against dietary guidelines. Tap rows for a deeper breakdown.

Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science

D · 4.3 / 10

Healthy alternatives

Ingredients that rank higher on the overall quality profile and might substitute well in some recipes.

Frequently asked

Q.01Is Spam healthy?

Spam is rated D on overall nutritional quality and is best consumed in moderation alongside more nutrient-dense foods.

Q.03What NOVA processing level is Spam?

Spam is NOVA 4 - Ultra-processed.

Q.02What are the macros in Spam?

100g of Spam contains 315 kcal, 13.4g protein, 4.6g carbohydrates, 26.6g fat, and 0g fiber.

Q.04Is Spam lactose free?

Yes, Spam is lactose free.

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