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Cream cheese (light) Calories

Light cream cheese, source of protein and calcium

CALORIES

180kcal

GI

30low

POTASSIUM

120mg

FIBER

0g

Cream cheese (light) Nutrition Facts

Selected: 100 g

180

KCAL / 100G

Carbs

6g

· 14%

Protein

8.5g

· 19%

Fat

13g

· 67%

Fiber

0g

Cream cheese (light) Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B2

0.22mg · 17% DV

B12

0.35µg · 15% DV

Vitamin A

120µg · 13% DV

Biotin

2.5µg · 8% DV

Minerals

Calcium

290mg · 29% DV

Phosphorus

170mg · 24% DV

Sodium

350mg · 15% DV

Selenium

7µg · 13% DV

Cream cheese (light) Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

30
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

2
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

Is Cream cheese (light) 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 Cream cheese (light) Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten free
Dairy yes
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Cream cheese (light) Good For?

Vegan

— Not suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

— Not suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

✓ Suitable

Paleo

— Not suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

— Not suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Cream cheese (light) Fat Profile

SATURATED

8g

MONOUNSATURATED

3.5g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.3g

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Omega 6:3 ratio 3.1:1

Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.

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Cream cheese (light) — Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in light cream cheese?

Light cream cheese contains 180 calories per 100 g. The calories in your serving will depend on how much you use.

How much protein does light cream cheese have?

Light cream cheese provides 8.5 g of protein per 100 g. It can be included in the protein total for a meal or snack.

Is light cream cheese high in carbohydrates?

Light cream cheese contains 6 g of carbohydrates per 100 g. People tracking carbohydrates should account for their actual portion size.

How much fat is in light cream cheese?

There are 13 g of fat in 100 g of light cream cheese. Despite the “light” label, it still contributes fat to the daily total.

What is the glycemic index of light cream cheese?

Light cream cheese has a glycemic index of 30. This is considered a low GI value.

Can you eat light cream cheese on a diet?

Light cream cheese has 180 calories, 13 g of fat, and 8.5 g of protein per 100 g. Whether it fits a diet depends on the serving size and your overall calorie target.

Does light cream cheese contain fiber?

Light cream cheese contains 0 g of fiber per 100 g. Other foods are needed to add fiber to the meal or snack.

Is light cream cheese suitable for vegetarians?

Yes. Based on the provided diet compatibility information, light cream cheese is suitable for vegetarian diets, as well as omnivore, Mediterranean, and flexitarian eating patterns.

Is light cream cheese safe for people with a dairy allergy?

No. Light cream cheese contains dairy, which is a listed allergen, so it should be avoided by people with a dairy allergy.

Is light cream cheese a processed food?

Yes, light cream cheese is classified as processed. This may matter for people who limit processed foods in their diet.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.