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Nutrition Facts
Amino Acids
Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate %
Key Nutrients (% Daily Value)
Macronutrients and Vitamins in "Cheese Sauce"
| Food Name: Cheese Sauce | |
| Food Group: Soups and Sauces | |
| Macronutrients | |
| Calories (kcal): 160 | Total Fat (g): 13 |
| Protein (g): 3 | Carbohydrates (g): 8 |
| Net Carbs (g): 7 | Water (g): 74 |
| Fats | |
| Saturated Fat (g): 3 | Cholesterol (mg): 8 |
| Monounsaturated Fat (mg): 5071 | Polyunsaturated Fat (mg): 4341 |
| Omega-3 (mg): 545 | Omega-6 (mg): 3796 |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 19 | Vitamin E (mg): 1 |
| Vitamin K (mcg): 12 | Niacin/B3 (mg): 1 |
| Folate/B9 (mcg): 18 | Folic Acid (mcg): 13 |
| Food Folate (mcg): 4 | Folate DFE (mcg): 27 |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium (mg): 73 | Iron (mg): 1 |
| Magnesium (mg): 6 | Phosphorus (mg): 52 |
| Potassium (mg): 24 | Sodium (mg): 652 |
| Selenium (mcg): 5 | |
| Other Compounds | |
| Choline (mg): 3 | Retinol (mcg): 19 |
| Beta-Carotene (mcg): 7 | Lutein + Zeaxanthin (mcg): 2 |
| PRAL Score: 2 | |
Key Nutrition Facts about Cheese Sauce
FAQ's
What are the protein, carbohydrate, and fat contents in 100 grams of 'Cheese Sauce'?
100 grams of 'Cheese Sauce' contains approximately following amounts of protein, carbohydrates, and fat:
Protein – 3g (around 6% of daily requirement),
Carbohydrates – 8g (around 3% of daily requirement),
Fat – 13g (around 17% of daily requirement).
It is typically higher in Fat while lower in Protein, making it more suitable for diets that are high-fat and also suitable for those requiring low Protein intake.
How many calories are in 100 grams of 'Cheese Sauce'?
A 100-gram serving of 'Cheese Sauce' provides around 160 kcal of energy. The majority of the calories come from fat, based on its macronutrient composition. This contributes approximately 8% of an average 2000 kcal daily diet, making it a moderate-calorie food choice.
Is 'Cheese Sauce' mainly a source of protein, carbohydrates, or fat?
In 100g, 'Cheese Sauce' is mainly a source of fat. It contains 3g protein, 8g carbs, and 13g fat, making it suitable for diets focused on fat.
Does 'Cheese Sauce' contain calcium, potassium, iron, and other essential minerals?
'Cheese Sauce' is a good source of the following minerals per 100g:
Sodium (mg): 652 mg (28% DV).
'Cheese Sauce' contains low amounts of the following minerals per 100g:
Calcium (mg): 73 mg (6% DV),
Iron (mg): 1 mg (6% DV),
Potassium (mg): 24 mg (1% DV),
Magnesium (mg): 6 mg (1% DV),
Phosphorus (mg): 52 mg (4% DV),
Selenium (mcg): 5 mcg (9% DV).
Which vitamins are present in Cheese Sauce in significant amounts?
'Cheese Sauce' contains small to moderate amounts of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 19 mcg (2% DV),
Vitamin E (mg): 1 mg (7% DV),
Vitamin K (mcg): 12 mcg (10% DV),
Niacin/B3 (mg): 1 mg (6% DV),
Folate/B9 (mcg): 18 mcg (5% DV),
Folic Acid (mcg): 13 mcg (3% DV),
Food Folate (mcg): 4 mcg (1% DV),
Folate DFE (mcg): 27 mcg (7% DV).
Which nutrients in 'Cheese Sauce' may be harmful if consumed in excess?
It also contains moderate levels of:
Sodium (mg): 652 mg (28% of max recommended).