Whole Milk Ricotta Cheese
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Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
About This Product
Whole Milk Ricotta Cheese by Friendly Farms scores 8/10 for Bone Health based on low sodium preserves calcium.
Whole Milk Ricotta Cheese by Friendly Farms provides 161 calories, 8.1g protein, 11.3g fat, and 3.2g carbohydrates per 100g. That gives it a protein efficiency of 5.0g of protein per 100 calories. It scores well for Bone Health, Kids / Growing health goals.
- ✓Moderate calorie content at 161 kcal per 100g.
- ✓Classified as NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed food). Consider less processed alternatives if clean eating is a priority.
Deep Analysis
Whole Milk Ricotta Cheese by Friendly Farms is a lower-calorie option in the cheese category at 161 kcal per 100g, compared to the category average of 321. Low protein at just 8.1g per 100g — well below the 26.3g average.
Nutrition Breakdown
- •Calories: 161 kcal per 100g (category avg: 321)
- •Protein: 8.1g per 100g (category avg: 26.3g)
- •Sugars: 3.2g per 100g (category avg: 7.9g)
- •Saturated fat: 7.3g per 100g
Who Should Eat This
Best suited for people managing blood sugar levels.
Watch Out
- ⚠Saturated fat at 7.3g 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 Whole Milk Ricotta Cheese 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
Whey, pasteurized milk and/or milk fat, skim milk, vinegar, xanthan gum, locust bean gum, guar gum.