Pork, cured, ham with natural juices, whole, boneless, separable lean and fat, heated, roasted & Diabetes
Low glycemic impact for the stated serving. Glycemic load of 0 per 100g.
✅ Nutrition data verified · GL 0/100g · GI None · TIER 4 ⚠️ GI: Low-Carb Estimate
GI estimated by low-carbohydrate inference — not directly tested. [1] [3]
Glycemic Response at a Glance
Nutrition Overview
What to Watch For
⚠️ High Sodium
Pork, cured, ham with natural juices, whole, boneless, separable lean and fat, heated, roasted provides 1002mg of sodium per serving — significant relative to the ADA's daily recommendation of <2,300mg. High sodium intake can raise blood pressure, compounding cardiovascular risk in diabetes. If you eat this food, balance it with lower-sodium choices throughout the rest of the day.
ADA recommends <2,300mg sodium per day for most adults with diabetes. Diabetes Care, 47(Suppl 1), 2024.
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Tips for Enjoying It
💡 Balance Sodium
Pair with low-sodium foods throughout the rest of your day. Fresh herbs and spices can replace salt as flavoring.
💡 Check Your Own Response
Individual blood sugar responses vary. Use a glucose meter to understand how this food affects you personally.
💡 Glycemic Load Over Glycemic Index
GL accounts for both the speed AND amount of carbohydrate, making it more practical for real-world eating than GI alone.
💡 Pair Carbs With Protein
Adding protein to a carbohydrate-containing meal slows digestion and helps prevent blood sugar spikes.
Worth Comparing
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GL 0/100g — Low GL
Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
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GL 0/100g — Low GL
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Pork, fresh, belly, raw & diabetes →Frequently Asked Questions
Is ham with natural juices boneless separable lean and fat h... good for diabetes?
ham with natural juices boneless separable lean and fat h... has a GL of 0 — in the lower range. The carbs are released slowly, or there simply aren't many carbs to begin with. As always, check your personal glucose response.
What is the glycemic load of ham with natural juices boneless separable lean and fat h...?
ham with natural juices boneless separable lean and fat h...'s glycemic load: 0 (per 100g). Unlike GI which only measures speed, GL accounts for actual carbohydrate quantity — making it the more practical number for diabetes management.
How quickly does ham with natural juices boneless separable lean and fat h... raise blood sugar?
After eating ham with natural juices boneless separable lean and fat h..., you can expect a low blood sugar response. The GL of 0 means a gentle rise. This can vary based on what else you eat with it.
Is the GI value accurate?
The GI of 0 for ham with natural juices boneless separable lean and fat h... is estimated (Tier 4), not directly ISO-tested on this specific food. It is based on the weighted average GI of foods in the Pork Products category from the International GI Tables (Atkinson et al., 2021). Actual GI may vary by variety, ripeness, cooking method, and individual response. We display estimated values with full transparency so you can make informed decisions.
Is the sodium level a concern?
ham with natural juices boneless separable lean and fat h... contains 1002mg of sodium per serving — well above the ADA's recommendation of <2,300mg daily. High sodium intake can raise blood pressure, compounding cardiovascular risk — the leading cause of death in people with diabetes. If you eat this food, balance it with lower-sodium choices during the rest of the day. Fresh herbs, spices, and citrus can replace salt as flavoring.
References & Data Sources
Data Tier: TIER 4 — estimated from category average
Glycemic Index (GI): 0 — None. Source: International GI Tables (Atkinson, Brand-Miller et al., Diabetes Care, 2021). University of Sydney GI Research Service.
GL (per serving, 85.0g) = 0 × 85.0 ÷ 100 = 0.0
Nutrition Data: USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy Release (April 2018). FDC ID: 168355. Data are in the public domain (CC0 1.0).
GL Classification: ≤10 = Low (Low GL), 11–19 = Moderate (Eat in Moderation), ≥20 = High (Limit). Based on University of Sydney Glycemic Index Foundation classification.
⚠️ GI value is estimated, not directly ISO-tested on this specific food. Actual GI may vary by variety, cooking method, and individual glycemic response.
Cite this page: GlycemicWise. “Pork, cured, ham with natural juices, whole, boneless, separable lean and fat, heated, roasted — Glycemic Load & Diabetes Reference.” GlycemicWise, July 2026. https://glycemicwise.com/foods/pork-cured-ham-with-natural-juices-whole-boneless-separable-lean-and-fat-heated/
Dietary reference — not medical advice. This page provides evidence-based dietary reference information for general educational purposes. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Individual blood sugar responses vary significantly. Always check your blood glucose to understand your personal response to foods, and talk to your doctor or a registered dietitian before changing your diet. Data sources are cited above and publicly available from the USDA and the University of Sydney Glycemic Index Research Service.