Natural Oaxaca Shredded Cheese
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Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
About This Product
Natural Oaxaca Shredded Cheese by Hill Country Fare scores 7/10 for Muscle Building based on moderate protein per calorie.
Natural Oaxaca Shredded Cheese by Hill Country Fare provides 321 calories, 21.4g protein, 25.0g fat, and 3.6g carbohydrates per 100g. That gives it a protein efficiency of 6.7g of protein per 100 calories. It scores well for Muscle Building, Bone Health, Clean Label health goals. However, there are some things to be aware of regarding its nutritional aspects.
- ✓High in protein with 21.4g 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 (14.3g per 100g) — may impact LDL cholesterol levels.
Deep Analysis
Natural Oaxaca Shredded Cheese by Hill Country Fare sits near the middle of the cheese category with 321 kcal per 100g (category avg: 321).
Nutrition Breakdown
- •Calories: 321 kcal per 100g (category avg: 321)
- •Protein: 21.4g per 100g (category avg: 26.3g)
- •Saturated fat: 14.3g per 100g
- •Sodium: 679mg 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 14.3g per 100g. The American Heart Association recommends limiting sat fat to 13g per day.
- ⚠Sodium at 679mg per 100g. A 200g serving would provide 1357mg — roughly 59% of the daily limit.
Better Alternatives
Natural Oaxaca Shredded Cheese is a solid choice in its category. For variety, browse other top-scoring cheese products on NutritionRanked.
Ingredients
OAXACA CHEESE (CULTURED PASTEURIZED MILK, SALT, ENZYMES [MICROBIAL]), ANTICAKING BLEND (POTATO STARCH, TAPIOCA STARCH, NATAMYCIN [MOLD INHIBITOR])