CHEDDAR CHEESE
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Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
About This Product
CHEDDAR CHEESE by CRYSTAL FARMS scores 9/10 for Muscle Building based on excellent protein per calorie ratio.
CHEDDAR CHEESE by CRYSTAL FARMS provides 83 calories, 25.0g protein, 32.1g fat, and 3.6g carbohydrates per 100g. That gives it a protein efficiency of 30.0g of protein per 100 calories. It scores well for Muscle Building, Weight Loss, Bone Health health goals. However, there are some things to be aware of regarding its nutritional aspects.
- ✓High in protein with 25.0g per 100g — one of the most protein-dense options in its category.
- ✓Very low calorie density at just 83 kcal per 100g, making it a good choice for volume eating.
- ✓Minimal sugar content at just 0.0g per 100g.
- ⚠High in saturated fat (21.4g per 100g) — may impact LDL cholesterol levels.
Deep Analysis
CHEDDAR CHEESE by CRYSTAL FARMS is a lower-calorie option in the cheese category at 83 kcal per 100g, compared to the category average of 321.
Nutrition Breakdown
- •Calories: 83 kcal per 100g (category avg: 321)
- •Protein: 25.0g per 100g (category avg: 26.3g)
- •Saturated fat: 21.4g per 100g
- •Sodium: 607mg per 100g — on the higher side
Who Should Eat This
Best suited for athletes or anyone prioritizing protein intake, people managing calorie intake or on a weight loss plan, people managing blood sugar levels. Not the best choice if you're watching saturated fat for heart health.
Watch Out
- ⚠Saturated fat at 21.4g per 100g. The American Heart Association recommends limiting sat fat to 13g per day.
- ⚠Sodium at 607mg per 100g. A 200g serving would provide 1214mg — roughly 53% of the daily limit.
- ⚠Classified as NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed). If clean eating matters to you, look for less processed options.
Better Alternatives
If 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
Cheddar cheese (pasteurized milk, cheese culture, salt, enzymes, annatto color), potato starch, starch and cellulose powder to prevent caking, natamycin (mold inhibitor).