Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
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Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
About This Product
Shredded Mozzarella Cheese by Whole Foods scores 8/10 for Blood Sugar based on high fiber-to-carb ratio slows glucose absorption.
Shredded Mozzarella Cheese by Whole Foods provides 282 calories, 21.2g protein, 17.6g fat, and 7.1g carbohydrates per 100g. That gives it a protein efficiency of 7.5g of protein per 100 calories. It scores well for Muscle Building, Weight Loss, Blood Sugar health goals. However, there are some things to be aware of regarding its nutritional aspects.
- ✓High in protein with 21.2g per 100g — one of the most protein-dense options in its category.
- ✓Classified as NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed food). Consider less processed alternatives if clean eating is a priority.
- ⚠High in saturated fat (10.6g per 100g) — may impact LDL cholesterol levels.
Deep Analysis
Shredded Mozzarella Cheese by Whole Foods sits near the middle of the cheese category with 282 kcal per 100g (category avg: 321).
Nutrition Breakdown
- •Calories: 282 kcal per 100g (category avg: 321)
- •Protein: 21.2g per 100g (category avg: 26.3g)
- •Sugars: 3.5g per 100g (category avg: 7.9g)
- •Fiber: 3.5g per 100g (category avg: 2.1g)
- •Saturated fat: 10.6g per 100g
- •Sodium: 635mg per 100g — on the higher side
Who Should Eat This
Best suited for athletes or anyone prioritizing protein intake, people managing blood sugar levels. Not the best choice if you're watching saturated fat for heart health.
Watch Out
- ⚠Saturated fat at 10.6g per 100g. The American Heart Association recommends limiting sat fat to 13g per day.
- ⚠Sodium at 635mg per 100g. A 200g serving would provide 1270mg — roughly 55% 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 Shredded Mozzarella 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
Cultured pasteurized organic part-skim milk, salt, microbial enzymes, powdered cellulose (added to prevent caking).