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Nutrition Facts
Amino Acids
Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate %
Key Nutrients (% Daily Value)
Macronutrients and Vitamins in "Sharp Cheddar Cheese"
Food Name: Sharp Cheddar Cheese | |
Food Group: Dairy and Egg Products | |
Macronutrients | |
Calories (kcal): 410 | Total Fat (g): 34 |
Protein (g): 24 | Carbohydrates (g): 2 |
Net Carbs (g): 2 | Water (g): 36 |
Fats | |
Saturated Fat (g): 19 | Trans Fat (g): 1 |
Cholesterol (mg): 99 | Monounsaturated Fat (mg): 8428 |
Polyunsaturated Fat (mg): 1433 | Omega-3 (mg): 147 |
Omega-6 (mg): 1405 | ALA (18:3 n-3) (mg): 117 |
EPA (20:5 n-3) (mg): 10 | DPA (22:5 n-3) (mg): 17 |
DHA (22:6 n-3) (mg): 1 | |
Vitamins | |
Vitamin A (IU): 994 | Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 263 |
Vitamin D (mcg): 1 | Vitamin D (IU): 41 |
Vitamin D3 (mcg): 1 | Vitamin E (mg): 1 |
Vitamin K (mcg): 2 | Menaquinone-4 (mcg): 9 |
Folate/B9 (mcg): 27 | Food Folate (mcg): 27 |
Folate DFE (mcg): 27 | |
Minerals | |
Calcium (mg): 711 | Magnesium (mg): 27 |
Phosphorus (mg): 460 | Potassium (mg): 76 |
Sodium (mg): 644 | Zinc (mg): 4 |
Selenium (mcg): 28 | |
Amino Acids | |
Tryptophan (mg): 321 | Threonine (mg): 1091 |
Isoleucine (mg): 1289 | Leucine (mg): 2434 |
Lysine (mg): 2037 | Methionine (mg): 587 |
Cystine (mg): 144 | Phenylalanine (mg): 1259 |
Tyrosine (mg): 1317 | Valine (mg): 1631 |
Arginine (mg): 1084 | Histidine (mg): 710 |
Alanine (mg): 838 | Aspartic Acid (mg): 1973 |
Glutamic Acid (mg): 5675 | Glycine (mg): 484 |
Proline (mg): 2680 | Serine (mg): 1394 |
Other Compounds | |
Choline (mg): 17 | Retinol (mcg): 256 |
Beta-Carotene (mcg): 85 | PRAL Score: 17 |
Key Nutrition Facts about Sharp Cheddar Cheese
FAQ's
What are the protein, carbohydrate, and fat contents in 100 grams of 'Sharp Cheddar Cheese'?
100 grams of 'Sharp 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 – 34g (around 44% 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 'Sharp Cheddar Cheese'?
A 100-gram serving of 'Sharp Cheddar Cheese' provides around 410 kcal of energy. The majority of the calories come from fat, based on its macronutrient composition. This contributes approximately 21% of an average 2000 kcal daily diet, making it a calorie-dense food choice.
Is 'Sharp Cheddar Cheese' mainly a source of protein, carbohydrates, or fat?
In 100g, 'Sharp Cheddar Cheese' is mainly a source of fat. It contains 24g protein, 2g carbs, and 34g fat, making it suitable for diets focused on fat.
Does 'Sharp Cheddar Cheese' contain calcium, potassium, iron, and other essential minerals?
'Sharp Cheddar Cheese' is a good source of the following minerals per 100g:
Calcium (mg): 711 mg (55% DV),
Phosphorus (mg): 460 mg (37% DV),
Zinc (mg): 4 mg (36% DV),
Selenium (mcg): 28 mcg (51% DV),
Sodium (mg): 644 mg (28% DV).
'Sharp Cheddar Cheese' contains low amounts of the following minerals per 100g:
Potassium (mg): 76 mg (2% DV),
Magnesium (mg): 27 mg (6% DV).
Which vitamins are present in Sharp Cheddar Cheese in significant amounts?
'Sharp Cheddar Cheese' is a good source of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 263 mcg (29% DV),
Vitamin A (IU): 994 IU (33% DV),
Vitamin B12 (mcg): 1 mcg (42% DV).
'Sharp Cheddar Cheese' contains small to moderate amounts of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin D (mcg): 1 mcg (5% DV),
Vitamin D (IU): 41 IU (5% DV),
Vitamin D3 (mcg): 1 mcg (5% DV),
Vitamin E (mg): 1 mg (7% DV),
Vitamin K (mcg): 2 mcg (2% DV),
Menaquinone-4 (mcg): 9 mcg (8% DV),
Folate/B9 (mcg): 27 mcg (7% DV),
Food Folate (mcg): 27 mcg (7% DV),
Folate DFE (mcg): 27 mcg (7% DV).
Which nutrients in 'Sharp Cheddar Cheese' may be harmful if consumed in excess?
'Sharp Cheddar Cheese' contains potentially high-risk amounts of the following nutrients per 100g:
Saturated Fat (g): 19 g (95% of max recommended),
Trans Fat (g): 1 g (50% of max recommended).
It also contains moderate levels of:
Cholesterol (mg): 99 mg (33% of max recommended),
Sodium (mg): 644 mg (28% of max recommended).