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Light Cheese Calories
Low-fat cheese, source of protein and calcium
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
Light Cheese Nutrition Facts
Selected: 100 g
180
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
3g
· 7%
Protein
23g
· 52%
Fat
8g
· 41%
Fiber
0g
Light Cheese Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
1.2µg · 50% DV
B2
0.35mg · 27% DV
Vitamin A
180µg · 20% DV
B5
0.5mg · 10% DV
Minerals
Calcium
650mg · 65% DV
Phosphorus
420mg · 60% DV
Sodium
650mg · 28% DV
Zinc
3mg · 27% DV
Light Cheese Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
Is Light 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 Light Cheese Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Light Cheese 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
Light Cheese Fat Profile
SATURATED
5.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.1g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.3g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Light Cheese — Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories and how much protein are in light cheese?
Per 100 g, light cheese provides 180 calories and 23 g of protein. It also contains 3 g carbs and 8 g fat.
Is light cheese suitable for a diet, and is its glycemic index low?
Light cheese is compatible with omnivore, vegetarian, Mediterranean, and flexitarian diets. Its glycemic index is 30, which is considered low.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.