Extra Old Cheddar Cheese
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Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
About This Product
Extra Old Cheddar Cheese by Cracker Barrel π¨π¦ scores 7/10 for Muscle Building based on moderate protein per calorie.
Extra Old Cheddar Cheese by Cracker Barrel π¨π¦ provides 400 calories, 23.3g protein, 36.7g fat, and 0.0g carbohydrates per 100g. That gives it a protein efficiency of 5.8g of protein per 100 calories. It scores well for Muscle Building, Blood Sugar, Bone Health health goals. However, there are some things to be aware of regarding certain nutritional aspects.
- βHigh in protein with 23.3g per 100g β one of the most protein-dense options in its category.
- βMinimal sugar content at just 0.0g per 100g.
- βClassified as NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed food). Consider less processed alternatives if clean eating is a priority.
- β High in saturated fat (20.0g per 100g) β may impact LDL cholesterol levels.
- β Calorie-dense at 400 kcal per 100g β be mindful of portion sizes.
Deep Analysis
Extra Old Cheddar Cheese by Cracker Barrel π¨π¦ sits near the middle of the cheese category with 400 kcal per 100g (category avg: 321).
Nutrition Breakdown
- β’Calories: 400 kcal per 100g (category avg: 321)
- β’Protein: 23.3g per 100g (category avg: 26.3g)
- β’Saturated fat: 20.0g per 100g
- β’Sodium: 700mg per 100g β 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
- β Saturated fat at 20.0g per 100g. The American Heart Association recommends limiting sat fat to 13g per day.
- β Sodium at 700mg per 100g. A 200g serving would provide 1400mg β roughly 61% of the daily limit.
- β Classified as NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed). If clean eating matters to you, look for less processed options.
Better Alternatives
If Extra Old Cheddar Cheese doesn't perfectly fit your goals, consider looking for less processed alternatives (NOVA Group 1-2). Browse the cheese category page on NutritionRanked to compare options side by side.
Ingredients
Mik, Modified milk ingredients, Cream, Sat, Bacterial culture, Calcium chloride, Microbial enzyme, Lipase. _Contains: Milk_