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Nutrition Facts
Amino Acids
Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate %
Key Nutrients (% Daily Value)
Macronutrients and Vitamins in "Fontina Cheese"
| Food Name: Fontina Cheese | |
| Food Group: Dairy and Egg Products | |
| Macronutrients | |
| Calories (kcal): 389 | Total Fat (g): 31 |
| Protein (g): 26 | Carbohydrates (g): 2 |
| Sugars (g): 2 | Net Carbs (g): 2 |
| Water (g): 38 | |
| Fats | |
| Saturated Fat (g): 19 | Cholesterol (mg): 116 |
| Monounsaturated Fat (mg): 8687 | Polyunsaturated Fat (mg): 1654 |
| Omega-3 (mg): 790 | Omega-6 (mg): 864 |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A (IU): 913 | Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 261 |
| Vitamin D (mcg): 1 | Vitamin D (IU): 23 |
| Vitamin D3 (mcg): 1 | Vitamin K (mcg): 3 |
| Folate/B9 (mcg): 6 | Food Folate (mcg): 6 |
| Folate DFE (mcg): 6 | |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium (mg): 550 | Magnesium (mg): 14 |
| Phosphorus (mg): 346 | Potassium (mg): 64 |
| Sodium (mg): 800 | Zinc (mg): 4 |
| Selenium (mcg): 15 | |
| Amino Acids | |
| Tryptophan (mg): 361 | Threonine (mg): 935 |
| Isoleucine (mg): 1384 | Leucine (mg): 2664 |
| Lysine (mg): 2328 | Methionine (mg): 706 |
| Cystine (mg): 261 | Phenylalanine (mg): 1497 |
| Tyrosine (mg): 1524 | Valine (mg): 1926 |
| Arginine (mg): 835 | Histidine (mg): 959 |
| Alanine (mg): 823 | Aspartic Acid (mg): 1413 |
| Glutamic Acid (mg): 5136 | Glycine (mg): 457 |
| Proline (mg): 3323 | Serine (mg): 1477 |
| Other Compounds | |
| Choline (mg): 15 | Retinol (mcg): 258 |
| Beta-Carotene (mcg): 32 | PRAL Score: 16 |
Key Nutrition Facts about Fontina Cheese
FAQ's
What are the protein, carbohydrate, and fat contents in 100 grams of 'Fontina Cheese'?
100 grams of 'Fontina Cheese' contains approximately following amounts of protein, carbohydrates, and fat:
Protein – 26g (around 52% of daily requirement),
Carbohydrates – 2g (around 1% of daily requirement),
Fat – 31g (around 40% 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 'Fontina Cheese'?
A 100-gram serving of 'Fontina Cheese' provides around 389 kcal of energy. The majority of the calories come from fat, based on its macronutrient composition. This contributes approximately 19% of an average 2000 kcal daily diet, making it a calorie-dense food choice.
Is 'Fontina Cheese' mainly a source of protein, carbohydrates, or fat?
In 100g, 'Fontina Cheese' is mainly a source of fat. It contains 26g protein, 2g carbs, and 31g fat, making it suitable for diets focused on fat.
Does 'Fontina Cheese' contain calcium, potassium, iron, and other essential minerals?
'Fontina Cheese' is a good source of the following minerals per 100g:
Calcium (mg): 550 mg (42% DV),
Phosphorus (mg): 346 mg (28% DV),
Zinc (mg): 4 mg (36% DV),
Selenium (mcg): 15 mcg (27% DV),
Sodium (mg): 800 mg (35% DV).
'Fontina Cheese' contains low amounts of the following minerals per 100g:
Potassium (mg): 64 mg (1% DV),
Magnesium (mg): 14 mg (3% DV).
Which vitamins are present in Fontina Cheese in significant amounts?
'Fontina Cheese' is a good source of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 261 mcg (29% DV),
Vitamin A (IU): 913 IU (30% DV),
Vitamin B12 (mcg): 2 mcg (83% DV).
'Fontina Cheese' contains small to moderate amounts of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin D (mcg): 1 mcg (5% DV),
Vitamin D (IU): 23 IU (3% DV),
Vitamin D3 (mcg): 1 mcg (5% DV),
Vitamin K (mcg): 3 mcg (3% DV),
Folate/B9 (mcg): 6 mcg (2% DV),
Food Folate (mcg): 6 mcg (2% DV),
Folate DFE (mcg): 6 mcg (2% DV).
Which nutrients in 'Fontina Cheese' may be harmful if consumed in excess?
'Fontina 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): 116 mg (39% of max recommended),
Sodium (mg): 800 mg (35% of max recommended).