Cheese, pasteurized process, American, fortified with vitamin D
* 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 | 0.2 MG | 18% | |
| Niacin | 0.1 MG | 0% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.4 MG | 8% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.1 MG | 3% | |
| Folate, total | 8 UG | 2% | |
| Choline, total | 19.2 MG | 3% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 1.5 UG | 63% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 317 UG | 35% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.8 MG | 5% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 7.5 UG | 38% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 3.7 UG | 3% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 1,045 MG | 80% | |
| Iron, Fe | 0.6 MG | 4% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 26 MG | 6% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 641 MG | 51% | |
| Potassium, K | 132 MG | 3% | |
| Sodium, Na | 1,671 MG | 73% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 2.5 MG | 23% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.0 MG | 5% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.0 MG | 2% | |
| Selenium, Se | 20.2 UG | 37% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Good source of protein with 18.1g per 100g.
- Rich source of Calcium, Ca (80% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Rich source of Phosphorus, P (51% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Rich source of Sodium, Na (73% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Good source of Zinc, Zn (23% DV).
- Good source of Selenium, Se (37% DV).
About Cheese, pasteurized process, American, fortified with vitamin D
Pasteurized process American cheese is made by blending natural cheeses with emulsifying salts and often added ingredients, including vitamin D in this fortified version. The result is very high in fat and sodium, with moderate protein. It melts flawlessly, which is its main advantage, but the heavy processing means it has little in common nutritionally or texturally with aged natural cheeses.
Dietary Information
Cheese, pasteurized process, American, fortified with vitamin D is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Cheese, pasteurized process, American, fortified with vitamin D include Calcium, Ca (80% DV) , Sodium, Na (73% DV) , Vitamin B-12 (63% DV) , Phosphorus, P (51% DV) , and Vitamin D (D2 + D3) (38% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 366 calories per 100 grams, Cheese, pasteurized process, American, fortified with vitamin D gets 20% of its calories from protein, 5% from carbohydrates, and 76% from fat. This is energy-dense, similar to nuts, oils, and concentrated foods.
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