Spam with Real Bacon

Spam with Real Bacon

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Target diet: Halal

Spam with Real Bacon · Halal

No, skip it.

pork, and 2 more.

  • pork
  • bacon
  • ham

Automated check based on Open Food Facts label data. Not medical advice. Always check the package.

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Deciding ingredient

pork

On the label

pork74%smoked bacon15%)saltwaterantioxidantpreservative

What we checked

Haram ingredients (pork, alcohol)pork, bacon, ham

This product on every diet

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
273 kcal
Fat
22 g
Saturated fat
8.4 g
high
Carbohydrates
3.7 g
Sugars
1.3 g
low
Protein
15 g
Salt
2.8 g
high

Per 100 g this product is high in saturated fat, low in sugars, high in salt. Bands follow the UK front-of-pack guide: sugars high at 22.5 g or more and low at 5 g or less; salt high at 1.5 g or more and low at 0.3 g or less; saturated fat high at 5 g or more and low at 1.5 g or less. This describes the label, it is not dietary advice.

Processing level: NOVA group 4, ultra-processed foods. NOVA classification, from the label data.

Ingredients (original text)

pork (74%), smoked bacon (15%) (pork, salt, water, antioxidant (sodium typical values per 100g àscorbate), preservative (sodium nitrite)), starch, water, ham (2%), salt, sugar, stabiliser (trisodium diphosphate), spice extract, antioxidant (sodium ascorbate), preservative (sodium nitrite), gluten free protein may contain traces of milk nutritional information energy 1132kj/

Detailed analysis: why is Spam with Real Bacon not halal?

Our analysis indicates that Spam with Real Bacon is likely not suitable for a halal diet. This is based on the detection of the following ingredients which are generally avoided:

  • pork
  • bacon
  • ham

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: pork (74%), smoked bacon (15%) (pork, salt, water, antioxidant (sodium typical values per 100g àscorbate), preservative (sodium nitrite)), starch, water, ham (2%), salt, sugar, stabiliser (trisodium diphosphate), spice extract, antioxidant (sodium ascorbate), preservative (sodium nitrite), gluten free protein may contain traces of milk nutritional information energy 1132kj/. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

Spam with Real Bacon contains 273 calories per 100g, with 15g of protein, 22g of fat, and 3.7g of carbohydrates (1.3g of which is sugar).

What should you do?

If you are following a halal diet, we recommend looking for alternative products that do not contain these restricted ingredients. Many manufacturers now offer halal-friendly versions of popular products, so be sure to check product labels carefully.

Disclaimer: This analysis is based on ingredient data and should not replace professional medical or nutritional advice. If you have specific dietary restrictions due to health conditions, please consult with a healthcare provider or registered dietitian.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Spam with Real Bacon Halal?

No, Spam with Real Bacon is generally not Halal because it contains pork, bacon, ham.

Does Spam with Real Bacon contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: pork (74%), smoked bacon (15%) (pork, salt, water, antioxidant (sodium typical values per 100g àscorbate), preservative (sodium nitrite)), starch, wat...

What are the nutritional facts of Spam with Real Bacon?

Spam with Real Bacon contains 273 calories per 100g, with 15g of protein, 3.7g of carbohydrates, and 22g of fat.

How much sugar is in Spam with Real Bacon?

Spam with Real Bacon lists 1.3 g of sugar per 100 g, which counts as low in sugar under the UK front-of-pack guide (5 g or less per 100 g).

Is Spam with Real Bacon ultra-processed?

By the NOVA classification in its label data, Spam with Real Bacon is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.

Can I eat Spam with Real Bacon on a Halal diet?

No, Spam with Real Bacon is not recommended for a Halal diet due to the presence of restricted ingredients. We recommend looking for Halal-certified alternatives.