7 Bellotas® Nutritional Guide
Iberian Ham and Nutrition: Health, Nutritional Profile and Responsible Consumption
Acorn-Fed Iberian Ham: flavour, tradition and nutritional value
Flavour, tradition and nutritional value
Acorn-Fed Iberian Ham is one of the most distinctive products of Spanish gastronomy. Beyond its gastronomic value, it has a nutritional composition worth understanding: it provides protein, fat, vitamins and minerals, while also containing salt and therefore should be enjoyed as part of a varied and balanced diet.
At 7 Bellotas®, we believe that talking about food also means talking accurately. Rather than attributing medical properties to Iberian ham, we prefer to explain what it contains and how it can fit into a balanced diet.
Good origin. Traditional production. Responsible enjoyment.
What nutrients does Iberian Ham provide?
Iberian ham is an animal-based food and a source of protein, as well as providing a range of micronutrients.
Depending on the product and its curing process, Iberian ham can provide:
- Protein
- Fat
- Vitamin B1
- Vitamin B12
- Vitamin E
- Iron
- Phosphorus
- Zinc
- Sodium
The exact nutritional values may vary between products and degrees of curing. For precise information, always refer to the nutritional declaration and labelling of the specific product.
The fat in Acorn-Fed Iberian Ham
One of the most interesting characteristics of Acorn-Fed Iberian Ham is its fat profile. The breed, feeding system and conditions during the montanera influence the composition of the fat in Iberian pork.
Iberian pork fat contains oleic acid, a monounsaturated fatty acid also naturally present in olive oil.
However, the presence of oleic acid does not mean that Iberian ham should be considered a medicinal or cardioprotective food. As with any food, its place in the diet depends on the overall dietary pattern and the amount consumed.
A healthy diet depends on the overall dietary pattern.
Balanced diet and key components
For healthy adults, Iberian ham can be enjoyed as part of a varied and balanced diet when consumed in appropriate amounts. A healthy diet does not depend on a single food; it depends on the overall dietary pattern: variety, nutritional quality, quantity and frequency of consumption.