Cheese, muenster, low fat
* 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 | 1% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.4 MG | 28% | |
| Niacin | 0.1 MG | 1% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.1 MG | 4% | |
| Folate, total | 12 UG | 3% | |
| Choline, total | 15.4 MG | 3% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 1.5 UG | 61% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 175 UG | 19% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.2 MG | 1% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.3 UG | 2% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 1.5 UG | 1% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 529 MG | 41% | |
| Iron, Fe | 0.4 MG | 2% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 27 MG | 6% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 468 MG | 37% | |
| Potassium, K | 134 MG | 3% | |
| Sodium, Na | 600 MG | 26% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 2.8 MG | 26% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.0 MG | 3% | |
| Selenium, Se | 14.5 UG | 26% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Excellent source of protein with 24.7g per 100g, great for muscle building and recovery.
- Good source of Calcium, Ca (41% DV).
- Good source of Phosphorus, P (37% DV).
- Good source of Sodium, Na (26% DV).
- Good source of Zinc, Zn (26% DV).
- Good source of Selenium, Se (26% DV).
About Cheese, muenster, low fat
Low-fat muenster is a reduced-fat version of a semi-soft, mild cow's milk cheese with a pale yellow interior and an orange rind. Even in the low-fat form, protein is impressively high and fat remains substantial - lower than the original but still meaningful. Carbohydrates are minimal, and there is no fiber. The flavor is milky and mild, making it easy to use in sandwiches, melted over vegetables, or eaten on its own.
Dietary Information
Cheese, muenster, low fat is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, high-protein, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Cheese, muenster, low fat include Vitamin B-12 (61% DV) , Calcium, Ca (41% DV) , Phosphorus, P (37% DV) , Riboflavin (28% DV) , and Sodium, Na (26% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 271 calories per 100 grams, Cheese, muenster, low fat gets 36% of its calories from protein, 5% from carbohydrates, and 58% from fat. This is moderately high, similar to many cooked grains and dairy products.
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