Spam

After the meat treat, the word conjures up images of nuisance e-mails.

But wait, there’s more! There are those telephone calls that are from some telephone company, a courier service, the VISA Security Centre, or they are in Chinese or there is just silence.

A visit to the mailbox usually finds it full of flyers and other forms of junk. Receiving a letter of any consequence is relatively rare, especially as most bills are now sent by email.

Scanning the home page on YouTube I realised that the list of new releases from my subscriptions is gradually being out numbered by “suggestions”.

All communications channels are spam feeds, with an equivalent nutritional value¹.

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1. Key Points
   * One serving contains about 34% of the recommended daily intake of sodium (2,300 mg for adults), making it a high-sodium product.
   * Spam is high in both total fat and saturated fat, contributing to its calorie density.
   * It is a low-carb food, with minimal sugar or fibre.
   * It provides some protein but is less protein-dense than lean meats.
   Health Considerations
   Spam is highly processed and contains preservatives like sodium nitrite, which have been linked to certain health concerns when consumed in excess.
   Due to its high fat and sodium content, it is best consumed in moderation, especially for individuals managing heart health, blood pressure, or weight. ↩︎