Feta Cheese
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Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
About This Product
Feta Cheese by Athenos scores 7/10 for Weight Loss based on good protein for satiety.
Feta Cheese by Athenos provides 250 calories, 14.3g protein, 21.4g fat, and 3.6g carbohydrates per 100g. That gives it a protein efficiency of 5.7g of protein per 100 calories. It scores well for Weight Loss, Blood Sugar, Clean Label health goals. However, there are some things to be aware of regarding certain nutritional aspects.
- ✓Contains 14.3g of protein per 100g, providing a good source of this essential macronutrient.
- ✓Minimal sugar content at just 0.0g per 100g.
- ⚠High sodium content (1143mg per 100g) — watch intake if monitoring blood pressure.
- ⚠High in saturated fat (12.5g per 100g) — may impact LDL cholesterol levels.
Deep Analysis
Feta Cheese by Athenos sits near the middle of the cheese category with 250 kcal per 100g (category avg: 321).
Nutrition Breakdown
- •Calories: 250 kcal per 100g (category avg: 321)
- •Protein: 14.3g per 100g (category avg: 26.3g)
- •Saturated fat: 12.5g per 100g
- •Sodium: 1143mg per 100g — on the higher side
Who Should Eat This
Best suited for people managing blood sugar levels. Not the best choice if you're watching saturated fat for heart health.
Watch Out
- ⚠Saturated fat at 12.5g per 100g. The American Heart Association recommends limiting sat fat to 13g per day.
- ⚠Sodium at 1143mg per 100g. A 200g serving would provide 2286mg — roughly 99% of the daily limit.
Better Alternatives
If Feta Cheese doesn't perfectly fit your goals, consider looking for higher-protein alternatives for better satiety. Browse the cheese category page on NutritionRanked to compare options side by side.
Ingredients
Feta cheese (pasteurized part-skim milk, cheese culture, salt, enzymes), powdered cellulose to prevent caking, natamycin (a natural mold inhibitor)