The Iberian pig’s lifestyle and diet, munching on acorns rich in oleic acid, is what makes Jamón Ibérico de Bellota such a healthy meat option.
Studies have found that the fats present in Jamón Ibérico de Bellota actually have beneficial health effects, similar to those of olive oil, a healthy fat that increases your good (HDL) cholesterol while reducing your bad (LDL) cholesterol. This is why Spaniards have nicknamed the Iberian pig “olives with legs”
Jamón Ibérico de Bellota is also rich in vitamin E, a powerful antioxidant, and vitamins B1, B6, B12, all beneficial for the brain and nervous system. It is a great addition to a high-protein diet, with less cholesterol than turkey, and 100 grams of providing 33% of our daily protein intake for less than 250 calories! It is one of the healthiest meats in the world.
Plus, its delicious, so what are you waiting for?
