Also, is a product rich in minerals such as: Iron (Fe), Phosphorus (P), Potassium (k), Magnesium (Mg) and Zinc (Zn).

      A study carried out in California (USA) provides that Zinc is very important in the diet of young people and adults; Zinc is a mineral present in the Iberian ham. It is said that with a daily consumption of 20 mg of zinc adolescents improve their mental activities. The Iberian ham is on average 2.3 mg of zinc per 100 grams of ham. Both children and adults and the elderly can take advantage of these health benefits.