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2 Ham & Cheese Slices

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Is 2 Ham & Cheese Slices healthy?

2 Ham & Cheese Slices scores 65/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This product contains processed ingredients such as stabilisers, which are used to maintain texture and consistency but indicate a higher level of processing.

How processed is 2 Ham & Cheese Slices?

2 Ham & Cheese Slices is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive 2 Ham & Cheese Slices' score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Niacin counts in its favor; Wheat Flour, Beechwood Smoked Ham, Stabilisers 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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2 Ham & Cheese Slices

Tesco
65 Fair

Analysis updated May 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 3
Category Meat and Seafood
Summary

This product contains processed ingredients such as stabilisers, which are used to maintain texture and consistency but indicate a higher level of processing. While it includes some whole food components like wheat flour and ham, the presence of additives and the processed nature of the product limit its healthiness. The overall nutritional profile is moderate, with a balance of macronutrients, but the processing level and use of additives prevent a higher score.

Key ingredients 10

Niacin
Good

Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.

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Calcium Carbonate
Neutral

Calcium carbonate is a common additive used to fortify foods with calcium, generally considered safe.

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Iron
Neutral

Iron is added to enrich foods and support blood health, with a neutral safety profile.

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Thiamin
Neutral

Thiamin is a B vitamin that helps with energy production and is commonly added to processed foods.

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Water
Neutral

Water is a basic ingredient used as a solvent and binder in food processing.

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Pork
Neutral

Pork is a common source of protein in processed meats, with a neutral safety profile.

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Salt
Neutral

Salt is used for flavor and preservation, but excessive intake can be a concern.

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Wheat Flour
Bad

Wheat flour is often highly processed and can contain additives, which may be less desirable in a nutritious diet.

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Beechwood Smoked Ham
Bad

Beechwood smoked ham is a processed meat that may contain preservatives and additives, which can be less healthy.

Stabilisers
Bad

Stabilisers are additives used to maintain texture and consistency, but they are synthetic and may be viewed negatively.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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