Mozzarella Classic
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Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
About This Product
Mozzarella Classic by Good & Gather scores 8/10 for Muscle Building based on good protein per calorie ratio.
Mozzarella Classic by Good & Gather provides 304 calories, 34.8g protein, 17.4g fat, and 13.0g carbohydrates per 100g. That gives it a protein efficiency of 11.4g of protein per 100 calories. It scores well for Muscle Building, Bone Health, Energy health goals. However, there are some things to be aware of regarding its nutritional aspects.
- ✓High in protein with 34.8g 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 in saturated fat (10.9g per 100g) — may impact LDL cholesterol levels.
Deep Analysis
Mozzarella Classic by Good & Gather sits near the middle of the cheese category with 304 kcal per 100g (category avg: 321).
Nutrition Breakdown
- •Calories: 304 kcal per 100g (category avg: 321)
- •Protein: 34.8g per 100g (category avg: 26.3g)
- •Saturated fat: 10.9g per 100g
- •Sodium: 783mg 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 10.9g per 100g. The American Heart Association recommends limiting sat fat to 13g per day.
- ⚠Sodium at 783mg per 100g. A 200g serving would provide 1565mg — roughly 68% 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 Mozzarella Classic 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
Reduced fat mozzarella cheese (pasteurized part-skim milk, cheese cultures, salt, enzymes [microbial], vitamin a palmitate), anti-caking agent (potato starch, corn starch, powdered cellulose, natamycin [a natural mold inhibitor]).