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Processed Cheese Calories

Easy melting, suitable for sandwiches and toast, salty and creamy

CALORIES

270kcal

GI

30low

POTASSIUM

180mg

FIBER

0g

Processed Cheese Nutrition Facts

Selected: 100 g

270

KCAL / 100G

Carbs

7g

· 10%

Protein

16g

· 24%

Fat

20g

· 66%

Fiber

0g

Processed Cheese Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B12

1.5µg · 63% DV

B2

0.35mg · 27% DV

Vitamin A

180µg · 20% DV

B5

0.5mg · 10% DV

Minerals

Calcium

600mg · 60% DV

Phosphorus

400mg · 57% DV

Sodium

1100mg · 48% DV

Zinc

3mg · 27% DV

Processed Cheese Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

30
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

2
Low

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

Is Processed 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 Processed Cheese 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 Processed 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

Processed Cheese Fat Profile

SATURATED

12g

MONOUNSATURATED

5g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.5g

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Omega 6:3 ratio 4:1

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

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Processed Cheese — Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in processed cheese?

Processed cheese provides 270 calories per 100 g.

How much protein does processed cheese contain?

Processed cheese contains 16 g of protein per 100 g.

Is processed cheese high in carbohydrates?

Processed cheese has 7 g of carbohydrates per 100 g. This is lower than its 20 g of fat per 100 g.

How much fat is in processed cheese?

There are 20 g of fat in 100 g of processed cheese.

Does processed cheese contain fiber?

No. Processed cheese contains 0 g of fiber per 100 g based on the provided nutrition information.

What is the glycemic index of processed cheese?

Processed cheese has a glycemic index of 30. Its carbohydrate content is 7 g per 100 g.

Can processed cheese fit into a diet?

Processed cheese is listed as compatible with omnivore, vegetarian, Mediterranean, and flexitarian diets. It provides 270 calories and 20 g of fat per 100 g, so portion size can be considered within an eating plan.

Is processed cheese suitable for vegetarians?

Yes. Processed cheese is listed as compatible with a vegetarian diet.

Does processed cheese contain dairy allergens?

Yes. Dairy is listed as an allergen for processed cheese.

Is processed cheese a processed food?

Yes. Processed cheese is classified as a processed food.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.