American slices pasteurized prepared cheese product
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Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
About This Product
American slices pasteurized prepared cheese product by Lucerne scores 7/10 for Energy based on protein supports endurance recovery.
American slices pasteurized prepared cheese product by Lucerne provides 263 calories, 15.8g protein, 18.4g fat, and 10.5g carbohydrates per 100g. That gives it a protein efficiency of 6.0g of protein per 100 calories. It scores well for Energy health goals. However, there are some things to be aware of regarding certain nutritional aspects.
- ✓Contains 15.8g of protein per 100g, providing a good source of this essential macronutrient.
- ✓Classified as NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed food). Consider less processed alternatives if clean eating is a priority.
- ⚠High sodium content (1474mg per 100g) — watch intake if monitoring blood pressure.
- ⚠High in saturated fat (13.2g per 100g) — may impact LDL cholesterol levels.
Deep Analysis
American slices pasteurized prepared cheese product by Lucerne sits near the middle of the cheese category with 263 kcal per 100g (category avg: 321).
Nutrition Breakdown
- •Calories: 263 kcal per 100g (category avg: 321)
- •Protein: 15.8g per 100g (category avg: 26.3g)
- •Sugars: 5.3g per 100g (category avg: 7.9g)
- •Saturated fat: 13.2g per 100g
- •Sodium: 1474mg 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 1474mg per 100g. A 200g serving would provide 2947mg — roughly 128% 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 American slices pasteurized prepared cheese product 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
American cheese (milk, cheese culture, salt, enzymes), water, milk protein concentrate, whey, cream, tricalcium phosphate, modified food starch, sodium citrate, salt, lactic acid, sorbic acid as a preservative, citric acid, color added, vitamin d3.