Lightest
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Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
About This Product
Lightest by Philadelphia scores 8/10 for Weight Loss based on very low calorie density.
Lightest by Philadelphia provides 87 calories, 11.0g protein, 2.5g fat, and 4.9g carbohydrates per 100g. That gives it a protein efficiency of 12.6g of protein per 100 calories. It scores well for Muscle Building, Weight Loss, Blood Sugar health goals.
- ✓Contains 11.0g of protein per 100g, providing a good source of this essential macronutrient.
- ✓Very low calorie density at just 87 kcal per 100g, making it a good choice for volume eating.
- ✓Classified as NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed food). Consider less processed alternatives if clean eating is a priority.
Deep Analysis
Lightest by Philadelphia is a lower-calorie option in the cheese category at 87 kcal per 100g, compared to the category average of 321. Low protein at just 11.0g per 100g — well below the 26.3g average.
Nutrition Breakdown
- •Calories: 87 kcal per 100g (category avg: 321)
- •Protein: 11.0g per 100g (category avg: 26.3g)
- •Sugars: 4.9g per 100g (category avg: 7.9g)
- •Fiber: 0.4g per 100g (category avg: 2.1g)
- •Saturated fat: 1.7g per 100g
Who Should Eat This
Best suited for people managing calorie intake or on a weight loss plan, people managing blood sugar levels.
Watch Out
- ⚠Classified as NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed). If clean eating matters to you, look for less processed options.
Better Alternatives
If Lightest doesn't perfectly fit your goals, consider looking for higher-protein alternatives for better satiety, higher-fiber choices for better digestive health, less processed alternatives (NOVA Group 1-2). Browse the cheese category page on NutritionRanked to compare options side by side.
Ingredients
Low fat soft _cheese_, salt, stabiliser (locust bean gum), acid (citric acid).