Farmer John
Ham
Ingredient score
5/10
2 ingredients worth a closer look
Worth a closer look
Sodium nitriteModerate concern
Can form N-nitroso compounds in the body; linked to colorectal and stomach cancer.
Consider limiting, or compare alternatives.
Caramel colorLimited concern
Some types contain 4-MEI, a possible carcinogen in animal studies; FDA sees no short-term risk at food levels.
Worth knowing; no urgent action implied.
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Ingredients
Pork cured with waterDextroseSaltPotassium chlorideModified food starchPotassium lactateSodium phosphateDehydrated pork brothSodium diacetateSodium erythorbateSodium nitriteNatural flavoringCaramel color
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Open Food Facts record · updated Sep 7, 2021 · US
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