Cheese, cheddar (Includes foods for USDA's Food Distribution Program)
* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Macronutrients
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| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Thiamin | 0.0 MG | 2% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.4 MG | 33% | |
| Niacin | 0.1 MG | 0% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.4 MG | 8% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.1 MG | 4% | |
| Folate, total | 27 UG | 7% | |
| Choline, total | 16.5 MG | 3% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 1.1 UG | 46% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 337 UG | 37% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.7 MG | 5% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.6 UG | 3% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 2.4 UG | 2% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 710 MG | 55% | |
| Iron, Fe | 0.1 MG | 1% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 27 MG | 6% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 455 MG | 36% | |
| Potassium, K | 76 MG | 2% | |
| Sodium, Na | 653 MG | 28% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 3.6 MG | 33% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.0 MG | 3% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.0 MG | 1% | |
| Selenium, Se | 28.5 UG | 52% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Excellent source of protein with 22.9g per 100g, great for muscle building and recovery.
- Rich source of Calcium, Ca (55% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Good source of Phosphorus, P (36% DV).
- Good source of Sodium, Na (28% DV).
- Good source of Zinc, Zn (33% DV).
- Rich source of Selenium, Se (52% of Daily Value per 100g).
About Cheese, cheddar (Includes foods for USDA's Food Distribution Program)
This aged dairy product is a firm, yellow cheese with a sharp, tangy flavor that intensifies with maturity. It's made from cow's milk that's been cultured, pressed, and aged for several months. The aging process develops its characteristic taste and texture while also concentrating its nutrients. This cheese provides substantial protein content, making it a valuable option for those looking to increase their protein intake. However, it's also high in saturated fat and sodium, so portion control is important for those monitoring their intake of these nutrients.
In the kitchen, this versatile cheese can be sliced for sandwiches, grated over dishes, or melted into sauces and casseroles. It's a popular choice for macaroni and cheese, cheeseburgers, and cheese boards. The strong flavor means a little goes a long way in recipes. For those concerned about lactose, aged varieties like this one tend to be lower in lactose than younger cheeses, making them more tolerable for some people with lactose sensitivity. When incorporating it into a balanced diet, pairing it with fiber-rich foods like whole grain crackers or apple slices can help create a more nutritionally complete snack.
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