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Ahir String Cheese Calories
Source of protein and calcium
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Ahir String Cheese (25 g) has 70 calories. That works out to 280 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.5 g of carbs, 6 g of protein, 5 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 162.5 mg of Calcium covers 16% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Ahir String Cheese Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 25 g
70
KCAL / 25G
Carbs
0.5g
· 0% DV
Protein
6g
· 12% DV
Fat
5g
· 6% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 3% · Protein 34% · Fat 63%
Ahir String Cheese nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (25 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 70 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 3.13 g | 16% |
| Trans fat | 0.15 g | |
| Sodium | 175 mg | 8% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.5 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 6 g | 12% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Ahir String Cheese?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 25 g | 70 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 15 g | 42 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 40 g | 112 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 50 g | 140 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 140 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 75 g | 210 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 280 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 280 kcal |
Calculated from 280 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ahir String Cheese
What is Ahir String Cheese?
Ahir String Cheese is a stick-shaped cheese designed to pull apart into strands. Stringy cheeses get this texture when the curd is worked and stretched; the precise ingredients and production method for this product are those stated on its package.
Is Ahir String Cheese mozzarella?
Not necessarily. String cheese is often made in a mozzarella style, but the name alone does not confirm that Ahir String Cheese is mozzarella. Check the product’s ingredient and cheese-type information rather than treating the terms as interchangeable.
Why does Ahir String Cheese pull into strings?
Ahir String Cheese pulls into strings because stretching the cheese curd aligns its structure into strands. Pull it slowly along its length to separate the layers; cutting across the stick tends to hide the characteristic stringy texture.
Do you have to peel Ahir String Cheese before eating it?
No, you do not have to peel Ahir String Cheese; the strands are a way to eat it, not a required preparation step. You can eat the stick whole, pull it apart, or cut it into pieces for a snack.
Can you melt Ahir String Cheese in a grilled cheese sandwich?
Yes, Ahir String Cheese softens and melts when heated, making it usable in a grilled sandwich. Its texture may stay stretchy rather than spreading as evenly as some cheeses, so tear it into small pieces before adding it.
How should you store Ahir String Cheese after opening?
Keep Ahir String Cheese refrigerated after opening and close the package tightly, or move the remaining sticks to a clean sealed container. Follow the package’s storage directions and use the cheese by its stated date.
Can you freeze Ahir String Cheese?
Yes, you can freeze Ahir String Cheese, although thawing may make its texture less smooth or stringy. Thaw it in the refrigerator and use it in cooked dishes if the texture changes; do not refreeze it after thawing.
What goes well with Ahir String Cheese?
Ahir String Cheese pairs well with crackers, fruit, or vegetables for a simple snack, and it can be added to sandwiches. Pairing it with something fresh or crisp contrasts with the cheese’s soft, stringy texture.
Is Ahir String Cheese a good snack for a child’s lunchbox?
Yes, Ahir String Cheese can be a convenient lunchbox snack for children. Keep it cold with an insulated lunch bag and ice pack, and cut it into small pieces for young children to reduce choking risk.
Is Ahir String Cheese a good post-workout snack?
Yes, Ahir String Cheese can work as a post-workout snack because it provides protein. Pair it with fruit or another source of carbohydrates if you want a more substantial recovery snack rather than eating the cheese on its own.
Ahir String Cheese Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.3µg · 13% DV
B2
0.08mg · 6% DV
Vitamin A
45µg · 5% DV
B5
0.09mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Calcium
163mg · 16% DV
Phosphorus
108mg · 15% DV
Sodium
175mg · 8% DV
Zinc
0.78mg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
24mg · 1% DV
Ahir String Cheese Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Ahir String Cheese
To burn the 70 calories in 1 piece (medium) (25 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Ahir String Cheese?
Ahir String Cheese is a convenient, stick-shaped cheese made from milk, with strands that can be pulled apart as you eat. Its flavour is typically mild and a little salty, making it easy to enjoy on its own or alongside a simple meal. In Turkey, it may appear at breakfast or as a handy snack; elsewhere, it fits naturally into lunchboxes, snack plates and quick bites between meals. It provides protein and calcium, with 24 g of protein per 100 g. Pair it with fresh vegetables or fruit for a balanced snack, or add it to a sandwich when you want something more filling.
How Nutritious Is Ahir String Cheese?
Nutrient density
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Ahir String Cheese Processed?
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Ahir String Cheese Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Ahir String Cheese Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Ahir String Cheese Fat Profile
SATURATED
3.13g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.43g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.16g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.8:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.