Cheese, Cottage, Lowfat, 2% Milkfat

Serving Size 1 cup (not packed)

Nutritional Value and Analysis

Cheese, Cottage, Lowfat, 2% Milkfat with a serving size of 1 cup (not packed) has a total of 183.06 calories with 5.13 grams of fat. The serving size is equivalent to 226 grams of food and contains 46.17 calories from fat. This item is classified as dairy and egg products foods.

This food is a good source of protein, selenium, riboflavin, vitamin b-12, tryptophan, threonine, isoleucine, leucine, lysine, methionine, phenylalanine, tyrosine, valine and histidine .

Protein 46% of DV

A serving of 226 grams of cheese, cottage, lowfat, 2% milkfat has 46% of the recommended daily needs of protein.

Selenium 49% of DV

A serving of 226 grams of cheese, cottage, lowfat, 2% milkfat has 49% of the recommended daily needs of selenium.

Riboflavin 44% of DV

A serving of 226 grams of cheese, cottage, lowfat, 2% milkfat has 44% of the recommended daily needs of riboflavin.

Vitamin B-12 44% of DV

A serving of 226 grams of cheese, cottage, lowfat, 2% milkfat has 44% of the recommended daily needs of vitamin b-12.

Tryptophan 94% of DV

A serving of 226 grams of cheese, cottage, lowfat, 2% milkfat has 94% of the recommended daily needs of tryptophan.

Threonine 82% of DV

A serving of 226 grams of cheese, cottage, lowfat, 2% milkfat has 82% of the recommended daily needs of threonine.

Isoleucine 102% of DV

A serving of 226 grams of cheese, cottage, lowfat, 2% milkfat has 102% of the recommended daily needs of isoleucine.

Leucine 85% of DV

A serving of 226 grams of cheese, cottage, lowfat, 2% milkfat has 85% of the recommended daily needs of leucine.

Lysine 80% of DV

A serving of 226 grams of cheese, cottage, lowfat, 2% milkfat has 80% of the recommended daily needs of lysine.

Methionine 46% of DV

A serving of 226 grams of cheese, cottage, lowfat, 2% milkfat has 46% of the recommended daily needs of methionine.

Phenylalanine 57% of DV

A serving of 226 grams of cheese, cottage, lowfat, 2% milkfat has 57% of the recommended daily needs of phenylalanine.

Tyrosine 53% of DV

A serving of 226 grams of cheese, cottage, lowfat, 2% milkfat has 53% of the recommended daily needs of tyrosine.

Valine 102% of DV

A serving of 226 grams of cheese, cottage, lowfat, 2% milkfat has 102% of the recommended daily needs of valine.

Histidine 76% of DV

A serving of 226 grams of cheese, cottage, lowfat, 2% milkfat has 76% of the recommended daily needs of histidine.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 1 cup (not packed) (226 g)

Amount Per Serving
Calories 183.06 Calories from Fat 46
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 5.1g 8%
Saturated Fat 2.8g 14%
Trans Fat 0.15g
Cholesterol 27.1mg 9%
Sodium 696.1mg 29%
Total Carbohydrate 10.8g 4%
Dietary Fiber 0g 0%
Sugars 9g
Protein 24g
Vitamin A 10% Vitamin C 0%
Calcium 19% Iron 2%

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

Vitamins

NutrientAmountDV %
Vitamin A508.5 IU10%
Vitamin A, RAE153.68 µg17%
Alpha Carotene0 µg-
Beta Carotene13.56 µg-
Beta Cryptoxanthin0 µg-
Lutein + zeaxanthin0 µg-
Lycopene0 µg-
Vitamin B-121.06 µg44%
Vitamin B-60.13 mg8%
Vitamin C0 mg0%
Vitamin D0 IU0%
Vitamin E0.18 mg1%
→ Beta Tocopherol0 mg-
→ Delta Tocopherol0 mg-
→ Gamma Tocopherol0 mg-
→ Alpha Tocotrienol0 mg-
→ Beta Tocotrienol0 mg-
→ Delta Tocotrienol0 mg-
→ Gamma Tocotrienol0 mg-
Vitamin K0 µg0%

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 %
Carbohydrate10.76 g4%
Sugars9.04 g36%
→ Sucrose0 g-
→ Glucose0 g-
→ Fructose0 g-
→ Lactose8.75 g-
→ Maltose0 g-
→ Galactose0.27 g-
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 %
Fat5.13 g8%
Saturated Fats2.79 g14%
→ Butyric Acid0.09 g-
→ Caproic Acid0.08 g-
→ Caprylic Acid0.06 g-
→ Capric Acid0.14 g-
→ Lauric Acid0.14 g-
→ Myristic Acid0.45 g-
→ Palmitic Acid1.27 g-
→ Stearic Acid0.49 g-
→ Arachidic Acid0.01 g-
→ Behenic Acid0 g-
→ Lignoceric Acid0 g-
Monounsaturated Fats1.17 g-
→ Myristoleic Acid0.05 g-
→ Pentadecenoic Acid0 g-
→ Palmitoleic Acid0.07 g-
→ Heptadecenoic Acid0.02 g-
→ Oleic Acid 1.04 g-
→ Gadoleic Acid0.01 g-
→ Erucic Acid0 g-
→ Nervonic Acid0 g-
Polyunsaturated Fats0.19 g-
→ Linolenic Acid (18:2)0.16 g-
→ Linolenic Acid (18:3)0.02 g-
→ Alpha-linolenic Acid0.02 g-
→ Gamma-linolenic Acid0 g-
→ Parinaric Acid0 g-
→ Eicosadienoic Acid (20:2)0 g-
→ Eicosadienoic Acid (20:3)0 g-
→ Arachidonic Acid0.01 g-
→ Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA)0 g-
→ Docosapentaenoic Acid (DPA)0 g-
→ Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) 0 g-
Trans Fats0.15 g1%
Total trans-monoenoic0.12 g-
Total trans-polyenoic0.03 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 %
Protein23.62 g46%
→ Alanine0.92 g-
→ Arginine1.06 g-
→ Aspartic acid2.18 g-
→ Cystine0.14 g-
→ Glutamic acid5.53 g-
→ Glycine0.47 g-
→ Histidine0.69 g76%
→ Isoleucine1.26 g102%
→ Leucine2.37 g85%
→ Lysine1.98 g80%
→ Methionine0.57 g46%
→ Phenylalanine1.23 g57%
→ Proline2.61 g-
→ Serine1.36 g-
→ Threonine1.06 g82%
→ Tryptophan0.31 g94%
→ Tyrosine1.28 g53%
→ 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 %
Calcium250.86 mg19%
Copper0.07 mg8%
Iron0.29 mg2%
Magnesium20.34 mg5%
Manganese0.03 mg1%
Phosphorus339 mg27%
Potassium282.5 mg6%
Selenium26.89 µg49%
Sodium696.08 mg29%
Zinc1.15 mg10%

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 %
Cholesterol27.12 mg9%

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-
Ash2.87 g-
Caffeine0 mg-
Theobromine0 mg-
Water183.6 g-

Calories Burn off Time

How long would it take to burn off Cheese, Cottage, Lowfat, 2% Milkfat with 183.06calories? A brisk walk for 40 minutes, jogging for 19 minutes, or hiking for 31 minutes will help your burn off the calories in cheese, cottage, lowfat, 2% milkfat.

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 less38 minutes
Dancing33 minutes
Golfing33 minutes
Hiking31 minutes
Light Gardening33 minutes
Stretching61 minutes
Walking - 3.5 mph40 minutes
Weight Training - light workout51 minutes
Aerobics23 minutes
Basketball25 minutes
Bicycling - 10 mph or more19 minutes
Running - 5 mph19 minutes
Swimming22 minutes
Walking - 4.5 mph24 minutes
Weight Training - vigorous workout25 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