Crystal farms, american pasteurized process cheese product
Opens Amazon.com · We may earn a commission
Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
About This Product
Crystal farms, american pasteurized process cheese product by Crystal Farms scores 6/10 for Muscle Building based on moderate protein per calorie.
Crystal farms, american pasteurized process cheese product by Crystal Farms provides 263 calories, 15.8g protein, 18.4g fat, and 5.3g carbohydrates per 100g. That gives it a protein efficiency of 6.0g of protein per 100 calories. However, there are some things to be aware of regarding certain nutritional aspects.
- ✓Contains 15.8g of protein per 100g, providing a good source of this essential macronutrient.
- ✓Classified as NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed food). Consider less processed alternatives if clean eating is a priority.
- ⚠High sodium content (1421mg per 100g) — watch intake if monitoring blood pressure.
- ⚠High in saturated fat (13.2g per 100g) — may impact LDL cholesterol levels.
Deep Analysis
Crystal farms, american pasteurized process cheese product by Crystal Farms sits near the middle of the cheese category with 263 kcal per 100g (category avg: 321).
Nutrition Breakdown
- •Calories: 263 kcal per 100g (category avg: 321)
- •Protein: 15.8g per 100g (category avg: 26.3g)
- •Sugars: 5.3g per 100g (category avg: 7.9g)
- •Saturated fat: 13.2g per 100g
- •Sodium: 1421mg 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 13.2g per 100g. The American Heart Association recommends limiting sat fat to 13g per day.
- ⚠Sodium at 1421mg per 100g. A 200g serving would provide 2842mg — roughly 124% 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 Crystal farms, american pasteurized process cheese product doesn't perfectly fit your goals, consider looking for higher-protein alternatives for better satiety, less processed alternatives (NOVA Group 1-2). Browse the cheese category page on NutritionRanked to compare options side by side.
Ingredients
American cheese (pasteurized milk, cheese culture, salt, enzymes), water, whey, modified whey, milk protein concentrate, skim milk, buttermilk, sodium citrate, cream, salt, sodium phosphate, sorbic acid (preservative), annatto and b-apo-8'-carotenal (for color).