How Many Syns In Spam? Is It Slimming World Friendly?

If you're looking to snack on spam and crackers or want to have some spam for an easy dinner, you might be wondering how many syns this tinned pork and ham has.

Spam has on average 7.5 syns for 50g making it very high in syns, we would therefore suggest having spam within moderation on the plan. 

Down below, we've discussed in more detail why spam has syns, some syn values and other low syn alternatives to this tinned meat.

Why Does Spam Have Syns?

At 7.5 syns for just 50g, spam is very high in syns, taking up half of your 15 syn daily allowance. This tinned ham gets its high syn value from the pork fat content, with 50g of the tinned meat having nearly 12g of fat.

To keep your syns on track, make sure to weigh out your portion of spam and have the meat in moderation since it's also high in sodium which can lead to water retention.

Syn Values Of Spam

Spam has similar syn values across all of its products, to help you stay on track with syns, we've listed them down below.

• Spam Chopped Pork and Ham 200g - 7.5 syns.
• Spam Chopped Pork and Ham Lite 200g - 6 syns.
• Spam Fritters 300g - 11.5 syns.
• Spam Chopped Pork and Ham with Real Bacon 200g - 7 syns.
• Spam with Black Pepper 200g - 7.5 syns.
• Spam Chopped Pork and Ham Hot & Spicy 200g - 8 syns.
• Spam Chopped Pork and Ham Slices 120g - 4 syns.
• Spam Fritters 320g - 10 syns.

Low Syn Alternatives To Spam

If you find spam to be too high in syns and you're looking for a tinned meat alternative we've got some great low syn options for you to check out.

• Wikinger Hot Dogs 1030G - 9.5 syns per one.
• Tesco Danish Ham 340G - 2.5 syns for 50g.
• Princes Round Ham 200G - 7.5 syns for 100g.
• Asda Chopped Pork & Ham 200g - 12.5 syns for 100g.
• Ye Olde Oak Premium Jumbo Hot Dogs 560G - 2 syns per one.
• Tulip Pork Luncheon Meat 250G - 15 syns for 100g.
• Tulip Bacon Grill 250G - 15 syns for 100g.
• Princes Reduced Salt Corned Beef 340G - 11 syns for 100g.
• Tulip Premium Cured Chicken Breast 200G - 5 syns for 100g.
• Tesco Ox Tongue 184G - 6 syns.
• Pek Chopped Pork 300g - 13 syns for 100g.
• Morrisons Chopped Pork & Ham 300g - 7 syns.
• Hall's Sliced Chopped Ham & Pork 125g - 2 syns a slice.
• Pek Chopped Pork Gold 170g - 8 syns for 100g.
• Tesco Chopped Pork & Ham 200g - 6.5 syns for 50g.
• Delicatessen Fine Eating Chopped Pork 130g - 10 syns for 100g.
• Sainsbury's Chopped Pork & Ham 200g - 13.5 syns.
• Royal Dane Chopped Pork with Ham 250g - 15 syns.

Last Words

Overall, spam is very high in syns, having 7.5 syns for just a small 50g portion, this is because the pork and ham in the tin are high in fat and sodium, we, therefore, suggest weighing out your portion of this meat. To save syns we suggest picking from our low syn alternatives above which start as low as 2 syns or switching to fresh options which are often healthier.

Frequently Asked Questions

How are syn values calculated?

Syn values are calculated using a formula based on calories, saturated fat and sugar content per serving. They’re not the same as calories — a product can be low in calories but higher in syns if it’s high in sugar or fat. Always check the official Slimming World app for the most accurate and up-to-date syn values.

Do syn values change?

Yes. When manufacturers reformulate their products, the syn value can go up or down. This is why we recommend double-checking with the Slimming World app or your consultant, especially if a product’s packaging has changed recently.

How many syns should I have per day?

Most Slimming World members work with 5 to 15 syns per day. Your consultant will advise on the right amount for you. The key is to use your syns on the things you enjoy most — whether that’s a chocolate bar, a glass of wine, or a packet of crisps.