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High in protein and sodium
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Cheese dried meat stick (25 g) has 103 calories. That works out to 410 calories per 100 g. It contains 2 g of carbs, 9 g of protein, 6.5 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 0.5 µg of B12 covers 22% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 25 g
103
KCAL / 25G
Carbs
2g
· 1% DV
Protein
9g
· 18% DV
Fat
6.5g
· 8% 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 8% · Protein 35% · Fat 57%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 103 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.5 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 2.7 g | 14% |
| Trans fat | 0.11 g | |
| Sodium | 463 mg | 20% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 9 g | 18% |
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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 25 g | 103 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 12 g | 49 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 82 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 35 g | 144 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 40 g | 164 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 50 g | 205 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 50 g | 205 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 75 g | 308 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 410 kcal |
Calculated from 410 calories per 100 g.
A cheese dried meat stick combines dried or cured meat with cheese, but the meat type and how the cheese is added vary by product. Some sticks mix cheese into the meat, while others have a distinct cheese component, so the ingredient list is the best guide.
It depends on the package: some cheese dried meat sticks are shelf-stable unopened, while others need refrigeration. Follow the storage directions on the specific pack, and refrigerate it if instructed rather than assuming that dried meat can always be kept at room temperature.
Yes, a cheese dried meat stick is generally sold ready to eat, so cooking is not usually necessary. Check the package for preparation directions, especially if the product is explicitly marked as needing cooking, and keep it stored as directed after opening.
Yes, you can freeze a cheese dried meat stick, though freezing and thawing may change the cheese’s texture or make the meat less firm. Wrap it airtight, thaw it in the refrigerator, and follow the package’s guidance about using it after opening.
There is no single after-opening shelf life for every cheese dried meat stick; packaging and storage directions differ. Seal the opened pack and follow its stated use-by guidance, and discard the stick if its smell, appearance, or texture changes unexpectedly.
Cheese can separate from a cheese dried meat stick because the meat and cheese have different textures and may shift during handling or storage. Keep the stick at the temperature stated on its package; separation alone does not establish whether it is safe to eat.
Yes, a cheese dried meat stick can be a convenient lunchbox snack, but only if its storage requirements can be met. If the package says to keep it refrigerated, pack it with an ice pack rather than leaving it warm for hours.
A cheese dried meat stick is not automatically safe in pregnancy: food-safety guidance can depend on how the meat was processed and whether the product is ready to eat. Check the package and ask your healthcare professional if you are unsure about that specific product.
A cheese dried meat stick can be a portable hiking snack if its package permits storage outside the refrigerator. Check the storage directions before taking it on a long trip, and avoid carrying a product that needs chilling without a way to keep it cold.
Yes, you can slice a cheese dried meat stick into eggs, pasta, or a toasted sandwich for a savory addition. Add it near the end of cooking so it warms through without becoming overly dry, and taste before adding salt because the stick may already be salty.
Vitamins
B12
0.53µg · 22% DV
B3
1.95mg · 12% DV
B1
0.11mg · 9% DV
B6
0.11mg · 6% DV
Minerals
Sodium
463mg · 20% DV
Phosphorus
120mg · 17% DV
Selenium
8.5µg · 15% DV
Zinc
1.4mg · 13% DV
Potassium ⭐
130mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 103 calories in 1 piece (medium) (25 g):
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A cheese dried meat stick is a portable savoury snack made by combining dried meat with cheese in a compact, stick-shaped portion. The type of meat and the amount of cheese can vary between products, so it is best thought of as a convenient packaged snack rather than a set recipe.
It tends to be chewy, rich and salty, and can be eaten on its own between meals or packed for travel and outdoor activities. With 36 g of protein per 100 g, it is protein-rich, but also quite substantial and high in sodium; a small piece may be plenty. Pair it with fresh vegetables or fruit if you want a lighter-feeling snack.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Low
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.
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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
2.7g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.8g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.23g
Omega 6:3 ratio 5.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (5.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.