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Nutrition Facts
Amino Acids
Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate %
Key Nutrients (% Daily Value)
Macronutrients and Vitamins in "Lowfat Cheddar Cheese"
| Food Name: Lowfat Cheddar Cheese | |
| Food Group: Dairy and Egg Products | |
| Macronutrients | |
| Calories (kcal): 173 | Total Fat (g): 7 |
| Protein (g): 24 | Carbohydrates (g): 2 |
| Sugars (g): 1 | Net Carbs (g): 2 |
| Water (g): 63 | |
| Fats | |
| Saturated Fat (g): 4 | Cholesterol (mg): 21 |
| Monounsaturated Fat (mg): 2082 | Polyunsaturated Fat (mg): 222 |
| Omega-3 (mg): 67 | Omega-6 (mg): 156 |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A (IU): 207 | Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 60 |
| Vitamin D (IU): 5 | Vitamin K (mcg): 1 |
| Folate/B9 (mcg): 11 | Food Folate (mcg): 11 |
| Folate DFE (mcg): 11 | |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium (mg): 415 | Magnesium (mg): 16 |
| Phosphorus (mg): 484 | Potassium (mg): 66 |
| Sodium (mg): 873 | Zinc (mg): 2 |
| Selenium (mcg): 15 | Fluoride (mcg): 35 |
| Amino Acids | |
| Tryptophan (mg): 286 | Threonine (mg): 798 |
| Isoleucine (mg): 1389 | Leucine (mg): 2145 |
| Lysine (mg): 1866 | Methionine (mg): 588 |
| Cystine (mg): 111 | Phenylalanine (mg): 1179 |
| Tyrosine (mg): 1080 | Valine (mg): 1496 |
| Arginine (mg): 847 | Histidine (mg): 786 |
| Alanine (mg): 633 | Aspartic Acid (mg): 1439 |
| Glutamic Acid (mg): 5480 | Glycine (mg): 385 |
| Proline (mg): 2526 | Serine (mg): 1309 |
| Other Compounds | |
| Choline (mg): 15 | Retinol (mcg): 60 |
| Beta-Carotene (mcg): 4 | PRAL Score: 23 |
Key Nutrition Facts about Lowfat Cheddar Cheese
FAQ's
What are the protein, carbohydrate, and fat contents in 100 grams of 'Lowfat Cheddar Cheese'?
100 grams of 'Lowfat Cheddar Cheese' contains approximately following amounts of protein, carbohydrates, and fat:
Protein – 24g (around 48% of daily requirement),
Carbohydrates – 2g (around 1% of daily requirement),
Fat – 7g (around 9% of daily requirement).
It is typically higher in Protein while lower in Carbohydrates, making it more suitable for diets that are high-protein and also suitable for those requiring low Carbohydrates intake.
How many calories are in 100 grams of 'Lowfat Cheddar Cheese'?
A 100-gram serving of 'Lowfat Cheddar Cheese' provides around 173 kcal of energy. The majority of the calories come from protein, based on its macronutrient composition. This contributes approximately 9% of an average 2000 kcal daily diet, making it a moderate-calorie food choice.
Is 'Lowfat Cheddar Cheese' mainly a source of protein, carbohydrates, or fat?
In 100g, 'Lowfat Cheddar Cheese' is mainly a source of protein. It contains 24g protein, 2g carbs, and 7g fat, making it suitable for diets focused on protein.
Does 'Lowfat Cheddar Cheese' contain calcium, potassium, iron, and other essential minerals?
'Lowfat Cheddar Cheese' is a good source of the following minerals per 100g:
Calcium (mg): 415 mg (32% DV),
Phosphorus (mg): 484 mg (39% DV),
Selenium (mcg): 15 mcg (27% DV),
Sodium (mg): 873 mg (38% DV).
It is also an average source of:
Zinc (mg): 2 mg (18% DV).
'Lowfat Cheddar Cheese' contains low amounts of the following minerals per 100g:
Potassium (mg): 66 mg (1% DV),
Magnesium (mg): 16 mg (4% DV),
Fluoride (mcg): 35 mcg (1% DV).
Which vitamins are present in Lowfat Cheddar Cheese in significant amounts?
'Lowfat Cheddar Cheese' contains small to moderate amounts of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 60 mcg (7% DV),
Vitamin A (IU): 207 IU (7% DV),
Vitamin D (IU): 5 IU (1% DV),
Vitamin K (mcg): 1 mcg (1% DV),
Folate/B9 (mcg): 11 mcg (3% DV),
Food Folate (mcg): 11 mcg (3% DV),
Folate DFE (mcg): 11 mcg (3% DV).
Which nutrients in 'Lowfat Cheddar Cheese' may be harmful if consumed in excess?
It also contains moderate levels of:
Saturated Fat (g): 4 g (20% of max recommended),
Sodium (mg): 873 mg (38% of max recommended).