HomeCheesePARMESAN CHEESE
PARMESAN CHEESE

PARMESAN CHEESE

🫀1/10
💪8/10
🔥5/10
🩸7/10
🦴6/10
Shop on Amazon

Opens Amazon.com · We may earn a commission

Nutrition Facts

Per 100g

Calories400 kcal
Protein40.0g
Total Fat30.0g
Saturated Fat20.0g
Carbohydrates0.0g
Sugars0.0g
Fiber0.0g
Sodium1800mg
Protein per 100 kcal10.0g

About This Product

PARMESAN CHEESE by CRYSTAL FARMS scores 8/10 for Muscle Building based on good protein per calorie ratio.

PARMESAN CHEESE by CRYSTAL FARMS provides 400 calories, 40.0g protein, 30.0g 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, Kids / Growing 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.
  • Classified as NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed food). Consider less processed alternatives if clean eating is a priority.
  • High sodium content (1800mg per 100g) — watch intake if monitoring blood pressure.
  • High in saturated fat (20.0g per 100g) — may impact LDL cholesterol levels.
Best for: Muscle BuildingBlood SugarKids / Growing

Deep Analysis

PARMESAN CHEESE by CRYSTAL FARMS 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: 1800mg 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 1800mg per 100g. A 200g serving would provide 3600mg — roughly 157% 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 PARMESAN 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

PARMESAN CHEESE (CULTURED PASTEURIZED PART-SKIM MILK, SALT, ENZYMES), POWDERED CELLULOSE (TO PREVENT CAKING), SALT, POTASSIUM SORBATE (PRESERVATIVE).

Allergens

milk