Sharp Cheddar & Beef Sticks
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Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
About This Product
Sharp Cheddar & Beef Sticks by Frigo Cheese Heads scores 7/10 for Muscle Building based on moderate protein per calorie.
Sharp Cheddar & Beef Sticks by Frigo Cheese Heads provides 429 calories, 25.0g protein, 33.3g fat, and 4.2g carbohydrates per 100g. That gives it a protein efficiency of 5.8g 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 25.0g 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 (4167mg per 100g) — watch intake if monitoring blood pressure.
- ⚠High in saturated fat (18.8g per 100g) — may impact LDL cholesterol levels.
Deep Analysis
Sharp Cheddar & Beef Sticks by Frigo Cheese Heads is calorie-dense at 429 kcal per 100g — 34% above the cheese category average of 321.
Nutrition Breakdown
- •Calories: 429 kcal per 100g (category avg: 321)
- •Protein: 25.0g per 100g (category avg: 26.3g)
- •Saturated fat: 18.8g per 100g
- •Sodium: 4167mg 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 18.8g per 100g. The American Heart Association recommends limiting sat fat to 13g per day.
- ⚠Sodium at 4167mg per 100g. A 200g serving would provide 8333mg — roughly 362% 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 Sharp Cheddar & Beef Sticks 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
beef sticks (beef, salt, corn syrup solids, spices, dextrose, lactic acid starter culture, natural flavorings, sodium erythorbate, garlic powder, sodium nitrite, water), sharp cheddar cheese stick (pasteurized milk, salt, enzymes, color added)