Colby & Monterey Jack Shredded Cheese
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Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
About This Product
Colby & Monterey Jack Shredded Cheese by Hill Country Fare scores 8/10 for Kids / Growing based on good protein for growth.
Colby & Monterey Jack Shredded Cheese by Hill Country Fare provides 393 calories, 25.0g protein, 28.6g fat, and 3.6g carbohydrates per 100g. That gives it a protein efficiency of 6.4g of protein per 100 calories. It scores well for Muscle Building, Bone Health, Kids / Growing 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.
- ✓Classified as NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed food). Consider less processed alternatives if clean eating is a priority.
- ⚠High in saturated fat (17.9g per 100g) — may impact LDL cholesterol levels.
Deep Analysis
Colby & Monterey Jack Shredded Cheese by Hill Country Fare sits near the middle of the cheese category with 393 kcal per 100g (category avg: 321).
Nutrition Breakdown
- •Calories: 393 kcal per 100g (category avg: 321)
- •Protein: 25.0g per 100g (category avg: 26.3g)
- •Saturated fat: 17.9g per 100g
- •Sodium: 571mg 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 17.9g 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 Colby & Monterey Jack Shredded Cheese 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
COLBY CHEESE (CULTURED PASTEURIZED MILK, SALT, ENZYMES [MICROBIAL], ANNATTO [COLOR]), MONTEREY JACK CHEESE (CULTURED PASTEURIZED MILK, SALT, ENZYMES [MICROBIAL]), ANTICAKING BLEND (POTATO STARCH, TAPIOCA STARCH, NATAMYCIN [MOLD INHIBITOR])