Uncured Black Forest Ham Ultra-Thin Deli Slices - 9oz - Good & Gather

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Is Uncured Black Forest Ham Ultra-Thin Deli Slices - 9oz - Good & Gather healthy?

Uncured Black Forest Ham Ultra-Thin Deli Slices - 9oz - Good & Gather scores 60/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This product is a processed deli meat with added sugar and sodium phosphates, which are common in processed foods to enhance flavor and texture.

How processed is Uncured Black Forest Ham Ultra-Thin Deli Slices - 9oz - Good & Gather?

Uncured Black Forest Ham Ultra-Thin Deli Slices - 9oz - Good & Gather is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Uncured Black Forest Ham Ultra-Thin Deli Slices - 9oz - Good & Gather's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Sea Salt counts in its favor; Sugar, Sodium Phosphates, Natural Flavoring (Celery Powder) 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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Uncured Black Forest Ham Ultra-Thin Deli Slices - 9oz - Good & Gather

60 Fair

Analysis updated June 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 3
Category Meat and Seafood
Summary

This product is a processed deli meat with added sugar and sodium phosphates, which are common in processed foods to enhance flavor and texture. While it contains high-quality pork, the presence of these additives and the processing level limit its healthfulness. The use of natural flavoring and sea salt is a positive aspect, but the overall processing and additive content prevent a higher score.

Key ingredients 8

Sea Salt
Good

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

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Pork
Neutral

Pork is a common source of protein and nutrients, but its quality depends on sourcing and processing methods.

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Water
Neutral

Water is used to keep the product moist and aid in processing, with no inherent health concerns.

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Vinegar
Neutral

Vinegar adds flavor and acts as a preservative, generally considered safe in food products.

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Salt
Neutral

Salt enhances flavor and helps with preservation, but should be consumed in moderation.

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Sugar
Bad

Sugar is added for flavor but can contribute to negative health effects when consumed in excess.

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Sodium Phosphates
Bad

Sodium phosphates are used as preservatives and stabilizers, but excessive intake may impact health.

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Natural Flavoring (Celery Powder)
Bad

Celery powder is used as a natural preservative but may contain added nitrates or nitrites, which some consumers prefer to avoid.

Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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