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Nutrition Facts
Amino Acids
Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate %
Key Nutrients (% Daily Value)
Micronutrients and Vitamins in "Cheddar Cheese"
| Food Name: Cheddar Cheese | |
| Food Group: Dairy and Egg Products | |
| Macronutrients | |
| Calories (kcal): 403 | Total Fat (g): 33 |
| Protein (g): 23 | Carbohydrates (g): 3 |
| Net Carbs (g): 3 | Water (g): 37 |
| Fats | |
| Saturated Fat (g): 19 | Cholesterol (mg): 99 |
| Monounsaturated Fat (mg): 9391 | Polyunsaturated Fat (mg): 942 |
| Omega-3 (mg): 137 | Omega-6 (mg): 1392 |
| ALA (18:3 n-3) (mg): 108 | 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): 1242 | Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 337 |
| Vitamin D (mcg): 1 | Vitamin D (IU): 24 |
| 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): 710 | Magnesium (mg): 27 |
| Phosphorus (mg): 455 | Potassium (mg): 76 |
| Sodium (mg): 653 | Zinc (mg): 4 |
| Selenium (mcg): 29 | |
| Amino Acids | |
| Tryptophan (mg): 547 | Threonine (mg): 1044 |
| Isoleucine (mg): 1206 | Leucine (mg): 1939 |
| Lysine (mg): 1025 | Methionine (mg): 547 |
| Cystine (mg): 123 | Phenylalanine (mg): 1074 |
| Tyrosine (mg): 1108 | Valine (mg): 1404 |
| Arginine (mg): 547 | Histidine (mg): 547 |
| Alanine (mg): 751 | Aspartic Acid (mg): 1734 |
| Glutamic Acid (mg): 4735 | Glycine (mg): 547 |
| Proline (mg): 2497 | Serine (mg): 780 |
| Other Compounds | |
| Choline (mg): 17 | Betaine (mg): 1 |
| Retinol (mcg): 330 | Beta-Carotene (mcg): 85 |
| PRAL Score: 16 | |
Key Nutrition Facts about Cheddar Cheese
FAQ's
What are the protein, carbohydrate, and fat contents in 100 grams of 'Cheddar Cheese'?
100 grams of 'Cheddar Cheese' contains approximately following amounts of protein, carbohydrates, and fat:
Protein – 23g (around 46% of daily requirement),
Carbohydrates – 3g (around 1% of daily requirement),
Fat – 33g (around 42% 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 'Cheddar Cheese'?
A 100-gram serving of 'Cheddar Cheese' provides around 403 kcal of energy. The majority of the calories come from fat, based on its macronutrient composition. This contributes approximately 20% of an average 2000 kcal daily diet, making it a calorie-dense food choice.
Is 'Cheddar Cheese' mainly a source of protein, carbohydrates, or fat?
In 100g, 'Cheddar Cheese' is mainly a source of fat. It contains 23g protein, 3g carbs, and 33g fat, making it suitable for diets focused on fat.
Does 'Cheddar Cheese' contain calcium, potassium, iron, and other essential minerals?
'Cheddar Cheese' is a good source of the following minerals per 100g:
Calcium (mg): 710 mg (55% DV),
Phosphorus (mg): 455 mg (36% DV),
Zinc (mg): 4 mg (36% DV),
Selenium (mcg): 29 mcg (53% DV),
Sodium (mg): 653 mg (28% DV).
'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 Cheddar Cheese in significant amounts?
'Cheddar Cheese' is a good source of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 337 mcg (37% DV),
Vitamin A (IU): 1242 IU (41% DV),
Vitamin B12 (mcg): 1 mcg (42% DV).
'Cheddar Cheese' contains small to moderate amounts of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin D (mcg): 1 mcg (5% DV),
Vitamin D (IU): 24 IU (3% 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 'Cheddar Cheese' may be harmful if consumed in excess?
'Cheddar 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): 99 mg (33% of max recommended),
Sodium (mg): 653 mg (28% of max recommended).