44

Nutrition Score

Poor

Beef Pastrami

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Starts at 50. Rises with whole foods, proteins, vitamins; drops with added sugars, trans fats, and syrups.

79

Hazard Score

Use with caution

45

Mirella Index

Basic

Quality category: Gourmet (80+), Everyday (50–79), or Basic (0–49)

Ingredients

BeefMeat · No known concerns

Lean animal protein rich in iron, zinc, and essential B vitamins.

Salt (Sodium Chloride)

Salt · −2 pts

Moderate health concern Source: WHO, FDA

Common table salt used for flavouring and preservation. High intake is linked to hypertension.

Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)

E300 · No known concerns

Natural antioxidant vitamin. Used to prevent oxidation in foods and beverages. Safe and beneficial.

Potassium Nitrate

E252 · −15 pts

High health concern Source: IARC, EFSA

Traditional curing agent (saltpetre) in dry-cured meats. Converts to nitrite; contributes to the nitrosamine mechanism behind processed meat's IARC Group 1 classification.

Sugar (Sucrose)

Sugar · −4 pts

Moderate health concern Source: WHO, FDA

Common refined sugar. High consumption is linked to obesity, type 2 diabetes, and tooth decay.

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