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Ham is cured pork leg meat, popular for sandwiches and holiday meals. While high in protein and thiamin, it's notably high in sodium due to the curing process. Choose lower-sodium varieties when possible.
Yes, ham is high in sodium (about 1200mg per 100g) due to curing. Look for 'reduced sodium' varieties with 25-50% less salt, or rinse before cooking.
Ham specifically refers to cured meat from the pig's hind leg. Fresh pork is uncured meat from any part of the pig. Ham has a distinct salty, smoky flavor.
Unopened ham keeps 1-2 weeks refrigerated. Once opened, use within 3-5 days. Freeze up to 2 months.