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Reduced Fat Mild Cheddar

Reduced Fat Mild Cheddar

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Nutrition Facts

Per 100g

Calories316 kcal
Protein26.3g
Total Fat21.1g
Saturated Fat13.2g
Carbohydrates5.3g
Sugars0.0g
Fiber0.0g
Sodium632mg
Protein per 100 kcal8.3g

About This Product

Reduced Fat Mild Cheddar by Good & Gather scores 7/10 for Muscle Building based on moderate protein per calorie.

Reduced Fat Mild Cheddar by Good & Gather provides 316 calories, 26.3g protein, 21.1g fat, and 5.3g carbohydrates per 100g. That gives it a protein efficiency of 8.3g of protein per 100 calories. It scores well for Muscle Building, Blood Sugar, Bone Health health goals. However, there are some things to be aware of regarding its nutritional aspects.

  • High in protein with 26.3g 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 (13.2g per 100g) — may impact LDL cholesterol levels.
Best for: Muscle BuildingBlood SugarBone HealthKids / Growing

Deep Analysis

Reduced Fat Mild Cheddar by Good & Gather sits near the middle of the cheese category with 316 kcal per 100g (category avg: 321).

Nutrition Breakdown

  • Calories: 316 kcal per 100g (category avg: 321)
  • Protein: 26.3g per 100g (category avg: 26.3g)
  • Saturated fat: 13.2g per 100g
  • Sodium: 632mg 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 13.2g per 100g. The American Heart Association recommends limiting sat fat to 13g per day.
  • Sodium at 632mg per 100g. A 200g serving would provide 1263mg — roughly 55% 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 Reduced Fat Mild Cheddar 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

Pasteurized part-skim milk, cheese cultures, salt, enzymes (microbial), annatto (vegetable color), vitamin a palmitate.