Cheese, Colby

Serving Size 100 grams

Nutritional Value and Analysis

Cheese, Colby with a serving size of 100 grams has a total of 394 calories with 32.11 grams of fat. The serving size is equivalent to 100 grams of food and contains 288.99 calories from fat. This item is classified as dairy and egg products foods.

This food is a good source of protein, histidine, valine, tyrosine, phenylalanine, methionine, lysine, leucine, isoleucine, threonine, tryptophan, vitamin b-12, phosphorus and calcium but is high in fat, saturated fats and cholesterol. Cheese, Colby is a high fat food because 73.35% of the total calories in this serving come from fat. Consume less than 10 percent of calories per day from saturated fats.

Protein 47% of DV

A serving of 100 grams of cheese, colby has 47% of the recommended daily needs of protein.

Fat 49% of DV

A serving of 100 grams of cheese, colby has 49% of the recommended daily intake of fat.

Saturated Fats 101% of DV

A serving of 100 grams of cheese, colby has 101% of the recommended daily intake of saturated fats.

Cholesterol 32% of DV

A serving of 100 grams of cheese, colby has 32% of the recommended daily intake of cholesterol.

Histidine 91% of DV

A serving of 100 grams of cheese, colby has 91% of the recommended daily needs of histidine.

Valine 102% of DV

A serving of 100 grams of cheese, colby has 102% of the recommended daily needs of valine.

Tyrosine 48% of DV

A serving of 100 grams of cheese, colby has 48% of the recommended daily needs of tyrosine.

Phenylalanine 58% of DV

A serving of 100 grams of cheese, colby has 58% of the recommended daily needs of phenylalanine.

Methionine 50% of DV

A serving of 100 grams of cheese, colby has 50% of the recommended daily needs of methionine.

Lysine 80% of DV

A serving of 100 grams of cheese, colby has 80% of the recommended daily needs of lysine.

Leucine 81% of DV

A serving of 100 grams of cheese, colby has 81% of the recommended daily needs of leucine.

Isoleucine 119% of DV

A serving of 100 grams of cheese, colby has 119% of the recommended daily needs of isoleucine.

Threonine 65% of DV

A serving of 100 grams of cheese, colby has 65% of the recommended daily needs of threonine.

Tryptophan 94% of DV

A serving of 100 grams of cheese, colby has 94% of the recommended daily needs of tryptophan.

Vitamin B-12 35% of DV

A serving of 100 grams of cheese, colby has 35% of the recommended daily needs of vitamin b-12.

Phosphorus 37% of DV

A serving of 100 grams of cheese, colby has 37% of the recommended daily needs of phosphorus.

Calcium 53% of DV

A serving of 100 grams of cheese, colby has 53% of the recommended daily needs of calcium.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 100g (about 3.52 oz)

Amount Per Serving
Calories 394 Calories from Fat 289
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 32.1g 49%
Saturated Fat 20.2g 101%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 95mg 32%
Sodium 604mg 25%
Total Carbohydrate 2.6g 1%
Dietary Fiber 0g 0%
Sugars 1g
Protein 24g
Vitamin A 20% Vitamin C 0%
Calcium 53% Iron 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Vitamins

NutrientAmountDV %
Vitamin A994 IU20%
Vitamin A, RAE264 µg29%
Alpha Carotene0 µg-
Beta Carotene82 µg-
Beta Cryptoxanthin0 µg-
Lutein + zeaxanthin0 µg-
Lycopene0 µg-
Vitamin B-120.83 µg35%
Vitamin B-60.08 mg5%
Vitamin C0 mg0%
Vitamin D0.6 µg-
→ Vitamin D30.6 µg-
Vitamin E0.28 mg2%
Vitamin K2.7 µg2%

Vitamins are organic compounds required by your body to grow and develop normally. A balanced diet with a variety of foods is the best way to get the 13 different vitamins that your body requires.

Carbohydrates

NutrientAmountDV %
Carbohydrate2.57 g1%
Sugars0.52 g2%
Fiber0 g0%

Carbohydrates, also known as carbs, saccharides, sugars or starches are the most abundant food source and a key form of energy for your body. Once ingested your body transforms carbohydrates into glucose which is used by your body as an energy source for your cells, tissues and organs.

Fats & Fatty Acids

NutrientAmountDV %
Fat32.11 g49%
Saturated Fats20.22 g101%
→ Butyric Acid1.04 g-
→ Caproic Acid0.26 g-
→ Caprylic Acid0.32 g-
→ Capric Acid0.6 g-
→ Lauric Acid0.42 g-
→ Myristic Acid3.83 g-
→ Palmitic Acid8.23 g-
→ Stearic Acid3.63 g-
Monounsaturated Fats9.28 g-
→ Palmitoleic Acid0.98 g-
→ Oleic Acid 7.81 g-
→ Gadoleic Acid0 g-
→ Erucic Acid0 g-
Polyunsaturated Fats0.95 g-
→ Linolenic Acid (18:2)0.68 g-
→ Linolenic Acid (18:3)0.28 g-
→ Parinaric Acid0 g-
→ Arachidonic Acid0 g-
→ Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA)0 g-
→ Docosapentaenoic Acid (DPA)0 g-
→ Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) 0 g-

Fat is important in your diet because it gives you energy and helps your body absorb vitamins. Fat is stored in your body in the form of fatty acids. Fatty acids are classified in three different types or families: saturated, monounsaturated and polyunsaturated.

Proteins & Amino Acids

NutrientAmountDV %
Protein23.76 g47%
→ Alanine0.67 g-
→ Arginine0.9 g-
→ Aspartic acid1.53 g-
→ Cystine0.12 g-
→ Glutamic acid5.81 g-
→ Glycine0.41 g-
→ Histidine0.83 g91%
→ Isoleucine1.48 g119%
→ Leucine2.28 g81%
→ Lysine1.98 g80%
→ Methionine0.62 g50%
→ Phenylalanine1.25 g58%
→ Proline2.68 g-
→ Serine1.39 g-
→ Threonine0.85 g65%
→ Tryptophan0.31 g94%
→ Tyrosine1.15 g48%
→ Valine1.59 g102%

Proteins are present in every cell of your body and are crucial to build and maintain your bones, muscles and skin. Sources of proteins include meat, dairy products, nuts, beans and some grains. It is important to eat foods with the appropriate amount of dietary protein every day because your body does not store protein in the same way fats and carbohydrates are stored.

Minerals

NutrientAmountDV %
Calcium685 mg53%
Copper0.04 mg4%
Iron0.76 mg4%
Magnesium26 mg6%
Manganese0.01 mg0%
Phosphorus457 mg37%
Potassium127 mg3%
Selenium14.5 µg26%
Sodium604 mg25%
Zinc3.07 mg28%

Minerals are chemical elements required by your body to grow and stay healthy. There are two kinds of minerals: macrominerals and trace minerals. Macrominerals are needed by your body needs in larger amounts, while trace minerals are needed by your body in small amounts.

Sterols

NutrientAmountDV %
Cholesterol95 mg32%

Cholesterol is a fat like chemical compound that your body requires to build cell membranes and to produce vitamin D and hormones like estrogen and testosterone. Although your body makes all the cholesterol it needs, this nutrient is commonly found in foods like meat, eggs and cheese.

Miscellaneous

NutrientAmountDV %
Alcohol0 g-
Ash3.36 g-
Caffeine0 mg-
Theobromine0 mg-
Water38.2 g-

Calories Burn off Time

How long would it take to burn off Cheese, Colby with 394calories? A brisk walk for 86 minutes, jogging for 40 minutes, or hiking for 66 minutes will help your burn off the calories in cheese, colby.

Burn off time varies based on your weight, physical activity and exercise intensity. The following physical activity table contains an estimated burn off time for a person weighting 154 lbs.

Physical ActivityBurn Off Time
Bicycling - 10 mph or less82 minutes
Dancing72 minutes
Golfing72 minutes
Hiking66 minutes
Light Gardening72 minutes
Stretching131 minutes
Walking - 3.5 mph86 minutes
Weight Training - light workout109 minutes
Aerobics49 minutes
Basketball54 minutes
Bicycling - 10 mph or more40 minutes
Running - 5 mph40 minutes
Swimming46 minutes
Walking - 4.5 mph52 minutes
Weight Training - vigorous workout54 minutes
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Footnotes

Percent daily values are based on a 2,000 calorie reference diet. Factors like age, gender and level of physical activity may affect your daily required values.
Nutrition data based on the USDA National Nutrient Database for Standard Reference, Release 28.
The editorial opinions regarding food value or quality in this website are given without warranty, and are not intended to replace medical advice or a nutritionist guidance.

Dietary Recommendations

A healthy eating pattern that accounts for all foods and beverages within an appropriate calorie level could help achieve and maintain a healthy weight and reduce the risk of chronic disease. Healthy eating habits include the following:

  • Vegetables from all subgroups, including dark, green, red and orange vegetables and also beans and peas
  • A variety of whole fruits
  • Grains with at least half of which are whole grains
  • Low or fat free dairy products, including milk, yogurt, cheese and/or fortified soy beverages
  • Protein foods, including seafood, lean meats and poultry, eggs and nuts
  • Oils with limited amounts of saturated fats and trans fats, added sugars, and sodium