A ham and cheese sub, sometimes also known as a hero or hoagie, is generally made with sliced ham deli meat and cheese piled on a long bread roll. Toppings of onion, lettuce, tomato and green peppers are sometimes included as well as condiments like mayonnaise or butter.
Calories
A 9-oz. ham and cheese sub contains 390 to 604 calories, according to CalorieKing. This number varies according to the toppings and the bread-to-meat ratio. If you adhere to a 2,000-calorie diet, be sure to carefully monitor your eating plan when including a ham and cheese sub to avoid overeating.
Calorie Breakdown
A 9-oz. ham and cheese sub gets 32 to 53 percent of its calories from carbohydrates, a nutrient whose primary purpose in your body is to provide energy. Protein may account for 17 to 24 percent of the calories in a sub, and fat comprises 21 to 49 percent.
Considerations
A 9-oz. ham and cheese sub is not a good choice if you closely monitor your sodium intake. This serving contains 1,318 to 2,237 mg. The American Heart Association recommends limiting sodium to 1,500 mg per day to avoid health problems like high blood pressure.
References
- CalorieKing: Port of Subs' Sandwiches & Burgers: Cold Submarine (5"), #02 Ham, Turkey & Provolone
- CalorieKing: Mr. Goodcents' Sandwiches & Burgers: Cold Subs, Ham & Cheese on Wheat Bread
- CalorieKing: Cousins Subs' Sandwiches & Burgers: Subs (7 1/2"), Ham & Provolone
- American Heart Association: Sodium
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