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Summary
Salame Milano is an ultra-processed meat product, which limits its health score due to the high level of processing involved. While it contains beneficial ingredients like pork meat and garlic, it also includes high levels of salt and added sugars such as dextrose, which can contribute to health issues like high blood pressure and increased blood sugar levels. The presence of these additives and the overall processing level significantly impact its nutritional profile.
Key ingredients 8
White pepperGood
Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.
See more about White pepper →GarlicGood
Whole food with well-documented cardiovascular and immune benefits.
See more about Garlic →Pork meatNeutral
Pork meat is the main ingredient providing protein and flavor, but it is a processed meat product which may have health considerations.
SaltNeutral
Salt enhances flavor and acts as a preservative, but excessive intake can impact health.
See more about Salt →Lactic acid starter cultureNeutral
Lactic acid cultures are used for fermentation and preservation, generally considered safe and neutral.
Fruit ExtractsBad
Part of Seasoning. Seasonings like maltodextrin are highly processed ingredients that can contribute to overconsumption of refined carbs.
MaltodextrinBad
Part of Seasoning. Seasonings like maltodextrin are highly processed ingredients that can contribute to overconsumption of refined carbs.
See more about Maltodextrin →DextroseBad
Dextrose is a form of sugar added for flavor or preservation, which can lead to excessive sugar intake.
See more about Dextrose →Processing
Ultra-Processed Foods
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