Black Forest Beechwood Smoked Ham

Common questions

Is Black Forest Beechwood Smoked Ham healthy?

Black Forest Beechwood Smoked Ham scores 60/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This smoked ham product contains several processed ingredients, including natural flavors, sugar, dextrose, and sodium phosphate, which contribute to its processed nature.

How processed is Black Forest Beechwood Smoked Ham?

Black Forest Beechwood Smoked Ham is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Black Forest Beechwood Smoked Ham's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Sea Salt counts in its favor; Natural Flavor, Sugar, Dextrose are flagged as ingredients of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Black Forest Beechwood Smoked Ham

Prima Deli
60 Fair

Analysis updated July 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 4
Owned by Neo Group
Category Meat and Seafood
Summary

This smoked ham product contains several processed ingredients, including natural flavors, sugar, dextrose, and sodium phosphate, which contribute to its processed nature. While it provides a good source of protein from pork, the presence of added sugars and preservatives detracts from its nutritional profile. The processing level and inclusion of these additives limit its overall healthiness compared to less processed meat options.

Key ingredients 8

Sea Salt
Good

Sea salt enhances flavor naturally and contains minerals, making it a preferable seasoning choice.

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Pork
Neutral

Pork is the main protein source in this product, providing essential amino acids without added health concerns.

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Water
Neutral

Water is used to maintain moisture and texture, with no direct health impact.

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Cultured Celery Powder
Neutral

Cultured celery powder is used as a preservative and flavor enhancer, generally considered safe.

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Natural Flavor
Bad

Umbrella term that can hide dozens of undisclosed synthetic constituents.

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Sugar
Bad

Sugar is added for flavor but can contribute to excessive calorie intake and blood sugar spikes.

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Dextrose
Bad

Dextrose is a form of sugar that may lead to increased calorie consumption and blood sugar concerns.

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Sodium Phosphate
Bad

Processed additive flagged under Scout's ingredient doctrine.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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