Original Cream Cheese Spread
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Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
About This Product
Original Cream Cheese Spread by Kroger scores 7/10 for Bone Health based on contains calcium sources (milk, cheese).
Original Cream Cheese Spread by Kroger provides 226 calories, 6.7g protein, 23.3g fat, and 6.7g carbohydrates per 100g. That gives it a protein efficiency of 3.0g of protein per 100 calories. It scores well for Bone Health health goals. However, there are some things to be aware of regarding certain nutritional aspects.
- ✓Classified as NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed food). Consider less processed alternatives if clean eating is a priority.
- ⚠High in saturated fat (15.0g per 100g) — may impact LDL cholesterol levels.
- ⚠Contains 5 additives — a relatively long list indicating higher processing.
Deep Analysis
Original Cream Cheese Spread by Kroger sits near the middle of the cheese category with 226 kcal per 100g (category avg: 321). Low protein at just 6.7g per 100g — well below the 26.3g average.
Nutrition Breakdown
- •Calories: 226 kcal per 100g (category avg: 321)
- •Protein: 6.7g per 100g (category avg: 26.3g)
- •Sugars: 6.7g per 100g (category avg: 7.9g)
- •Saturated fat: 15.0g per 100g
Who Should Eat This
Best suited for general healthy eating with moderate portions. Not the best choice if you're watching saturated fat for heart health.
Watch Out
- ⚠Saturated fat at 15.0g 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 Original Cream Cheese Spread doesn't perfectly fit your goals, consider looking for higher-protein alternatives for better satiety, less processed alternatives (NOVA Group 1-2). Browse the cheese category page on NutritionRanked to compare options side by side.
Ingredients
Pasteurized milk and cream, cheese culture, salt, guar gum, citric acid, carob bean gum, xanthan gum, natamycin (a natural mold inhibitor).