Dairylea processed cheese-portions light
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Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
About This Product
Dairylea processed cheese-portions light by Dairylea scores 7/10 for Weight Loss based on low calorie density.
Dairylea processed cheese-portions light by Dairylea provides 167 calories, 16.0g protein, 9.0g fat, and 6.3g carbohydrates per 100g. That gives it a protein efficiency of 9.6g of protein per 100 calories. It scores well for Weight Loss, Bone Health health goals.
- ✓Contains 16.0g of protein per 100g, providing a good source of this essential macronutrient.
- ✓Moderate calorie content at 167 kcal per 100g.
- ✓Classified as NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed food). Consider less processed alternatives if clean eating is a priority.
Deep Analysis
Dairylea processed cheese-portions light by Dairylea is a lower-calorie option in the cheese category at 167 kcal per 100g, compared to the category average of 321.
Nutrition Breakdown
- •Calories: 167 kcal per 100g (category avg: 321)
- •Protein: 16.0g per 100g (category avg: 26.3g)
- •Sugars: 6.0g per 100g (category avg: 7.9g)
- •Fiber: 0.3g per 100g (category avg: 2.1g)
- •Saturated fat: 6.0g per 100g
- •Sodium: 584mg per 100g — on the higher side
Who Should Eat This
Best suited for athletes or anyone prioritizing protein intake.
Watch Out
- ⚠Saturated fat at 6.0g per 100g. The American Heart Association recommends limiting sat fat to 13g per day.
- ⚠Classified as NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed). If clean eating matters to you, look for less processed options.
Better Alternatives
If Dairylea processed cheese-portions light doesn't perfectly fit your goals, consider looking for higher-protein alternatives for better satiety, higher-fiber choices for better digestive health, less processed alternatives (NOVA Group 1-2). Browse the cheese category page on NutritionRanked to compare options side by side.
Ingredients
Skimmed MILK (water, skimmed MILK powder), CHEESE, skimmed MILK powder, MILK protein, stabilisers (citric acid, sodium carbonate), whey powder (from MILK), emulsifying salt (triphosphate), inulin, salt.