Parmesan
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Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
About This Product
Parmesan by BelGioioso scores 8/10 for Muscle Building based on good protein per calorie ratio.
Parmesan by BelGioioso provides 400 calories, 40.0g protein, 20.0g fat, and 0.0g carbohydrates per 100g. That gives it a protein efficiency of 10.0g of protein per 100 calories. It scores well for Muscle Building, Blood Sugar, Clean Label health goals. However, there are some things to be aware of regarding certain nutritional aspects.
- ✓High in protein with 40.0g per 100g — one of the most protein-dense options in its category.
- ✓Minimal sugar content at just 0.0g per 100g.
- ✓Contains no detected additives — a clean ingredient list.
- ⚠High sodium content (900mg per 100g) — watch intake if monitoring blood pressure.
- ⚠High in saturated fat (20.0g per 100g) — may impact LDL cholesterol levels.
Deep Analysis
Parmesan by BelGioioso sits near the middle of the cheese category with 400 kcal per 100g (category avg: 321). Standout protein at 40.0g per 100g — 52% above average.
Nutrition Breakdown
- •Calories: 400 kcal per 100g (category avg: 321)
- •Protein: 40.0g per 100g (category avg: 26.3g)
- •Saturated fat: 20.0g per 100g
- •Sodium: 900mg per 100g — on the higher side
Who Should Eat This
Best suited for athletes or anyone prioritizing protein intake. Not the best choice if you're watching saturated fat for heart health.
Watch Out
- ⚠Saturated fat at 20.0g per 100g. The American Heart Association recommends limiting sat fat to 13g per day.
- ⚠Sodium at 900mg per 100g. A 200g serving would provide 1800mg — roughly 78% of the daily limit.
Better Alternatives
Parmesan is a solid choice in its category. For variety, browse other top-scoring cheese products on NutritionRanked.
Ingredients
Crafted in wisconsin from cultured milk, enzymes, salt, cellulose to prevent caking, natamycin to protect flavor.