Shredded Low-Moisture Part-Skim Mozzarella Cheese
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Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
About This Product
Shredded Low-Moisture Part-Skim Mozzarella Cheese by Great Value scores 7/10 for Muscle Building based on moderate protein per calorie.
Shredded Low-Moisture Part-Skim Mozzarella Cheese by Great Value provides 286 calories, 25.0g protein, 21.4g fat, and 3.6g carbohydrates per 100g. That gives it a protein efficiency of 8.7g of protein per 100 calories. It scores well for Muscle Building, Weight Loss, Bone Health health goals. However, there are some things to be aware of regarding its 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.
- ⚠High in saturated fat (10.7g per 100g) — may impact LDL cholesterol levels.
Deep Analysis
Shredded Low-Moisture Part-Skim Mozzarella Cheese by Great Value sits near the middle of the cheese category with 286 kcal per 100g (category avg: 321).
Nutrition Breakdown
- •Calories: 286 kcal per 100g (category avg: 321)
- •Protein: 25.0g per 100g (category avg: 26.3g)
- •Saturated fat: 10.7g per 100g
- •Sodium: 726mg per 100g — on the higher side
Who Should Eat This
Best suited for athletes or anyone prioritizing protein intake, people managing blood sugar levels. Not the best choice if you're watching saturated fat for heart health.
Watch Out
- ⚠Saturated fat at 10.7g per 100g. The American Heart Association recommends limiting sat fat to 13g per day.
- ⚠Sodium at 726mg per 100g. A 200g serving would provide 1451mg — roughly 63% of the daily limit.
Better Alternatives
Shredded Low-Moisture Part-Skim Mozzarella Cheese is a solid choice in its category. For variety, browse other top-scoring cheese products on NutritionRanked.
Ingredients
Low-moisture part-skim mozzarella cheese (pasteurized part-skim milk, cheese culture, salt, enzymes), potato starch and powdered cellulose added to prevent caking, natamycin (a natural mold inhibitor).