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Nutrition Facts
Amino Acids
Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate %
Key Nutrients (% Daily Value)
Macronutrients and Vitamins in "Edam Cheese"
| Food Name: Edam Cheese | |
| Food Group: Dairy and Egg Products | |
| Macronutrients | |
| Calories (kcal): 357 | Total Fat (g): 29 |
| Protein (g): 25 | Carbohydrates (g): 1 |
| Net Carbs (g): 1 | Water (g): 41 |
| Fats | |
| Saturated Fat (g): 19 | Cholesterol (mg): 89 |
| Monounsaturated Fat (mg): 8125 | Polyunsaturated Fat (mg): 665 |
| Omega-3 (mg): 247 | Omega-6 (mg): 418 |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A (IU): 825 | Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 243 |
| Vitamin D (mcg): 1 | Vitamin D (IU): 20 |
| Vitamin D3 (mcg): 1 | Vitamin K (mcg): 2 |
| Folate/B9 (mcg): 16 | Food Folate (mcg): 16 |
| Folate DFE (mcg): 16 | |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium (mg): 731 | Magnesium (mg): 30 |
| Phosphorus (mg): 536 | Potassium (mg): 188 |
| Sodium (mg): 973 | Zinc (mg): 4 |
| Selenium (mcg): 15 | |
| Amino Acids | |
| Tryptophan (mg): 352 | Threonine (mg): 932 |
| Isoleucine (mg): 1308 | Leucine (mg): 2570 |
| Lysine (mg): 2660 | Methionine (mg): 721 |
| Cystine (mg): 255 | Phenylalanine (mg): 1434 |
| Tyrosine (mg): 1457 | Valine (mg): 1810 |
| Arginine (mg): 964 | Histidine (mg): 1034 |
| Alanine (mg): 764 | Aspartic Acid (mg): 1747 |
| Glutamic Acid (mg): 6150 | Glycine (mg): 486 |
| Proline (mg): 3251 | Serine (mg): 1547 |
| Other Compounds | |
| Choline (mg): 15 | Retinol (mcg): 242 |
| Beta-Carotene (mcg): 11 | PRAL Score: 18 |
Key Nutrition Facts about Edam Cheese
FAQ's
What are the protein, carbohydrate, and fat contents in 100 grams of 'Edam Cheese'?
100 grams of 'Edam Cheese' contains approximately following amounts of protein, carbohydrates, and fat:
Protein – 25g (around 50% of daily requirement),
Carbohydrates – 1g (around 0% of daily requirement),
Fat – 29g (around 37% of daily requirement).
It is typically higher in Fat while lower in Carbohydrates, making it more suitable for diets that are high-fat and also suitable for those requiring low Carbohydrates intake.
How many calories are in 100 grams of 'Edam Cheese'?
A 100-gram serving of 'Edam Cheese' provides around 357 kcal of energy. The majority of the calories come from fat, based on its macronutrient composition. This contributes approximately 18% of an average 2000 kcal daily diet, making it a calorie-dense food choice.
Is 'Edam Cheese' mainly a source of protein, carbohydrates, or fat?
In 100g, 'Edam Cheese' is mainly a source of fat. It contains 25g protein, 1g carbs, and 29g fat, making it suitable for diets focused on fat.
Does 'Edam Cheese' contain calcium, potassium, iron, and other essential minerals?
'Edam Cheese' is a good source of the following minerals per 100g:
Calcium (mg): 731 mg (56% DV),
Phosphorus (mg): 536 mg (43% DV),
Zinc (mg): 4 mg (36% DV),
Selenium (mcg): 15 mcg (27% DV),
Sodium (mg): 973 mg (42% DV).
'Edam Cheese' contains low amounts of the following minerals per 100g:
Potassium (mg): 188 mg (4% DV),
Magnesium (mg): 30 mg (7% DV).
Which vitamins are present in Edam Cheese in significant amounts?
'Edam Cheese' is a good source of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 243 mcg (27% DV),
Vitamin A (IU): 825 IU (28% DV),
Vitamin B12 (mcg): 2 mcg (83% DV).
'Edam Cheese' contains small to moderate amounts of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin D (mcg): 1 mcg (5% DV),
Vitamin D (IU): 20 IU (3% DV),
Vitamin D3 (mcg): 1 mcg (5% DV),
Vitamin K (mcg): 2 mcg (2% DV),
Folate/B9 (mcg): 16 mcg (4% DV),
Food Folate (mcg): 16 mcg (4% DV),
Folate DFE (mcg): 16 mcg (4% DV).
Which nutrients in 'Edam Cheese' may be harmful if consumed in excess?
'Edam Cheese' contains potentially high-risk amounts of the following nutrients per 100g:
Saturated Fat (g): 19 g (95% of max recommended).
It also contains moderate levels of:
Cholesterol (mg): 89 mg (30% of max recommended),
Sodium (mg): 973 mg (42% of max recommended).