Cheese, Edam

Serving Size 100 grams

Nutritional Value and Analysis

Cheese, Edam with a serving size of 100 grams has a total of 357 calories with 27.8 grams of fat. The serving size is equivalent to 100 grams of food and contains 250.2 calories from fat. This item is classified as dairy and egg products foods.

This food is a good source of protein, calcium, phosphorus, zinc, riboflavin, vitamin b-12, tryptophan, threonine, isoleucine, leucine, lysine, methionine, phenylalanine, tyrosine, valine and histidine but is high in fat, sodium and saturated fats. Cheese, Edam is a high fat food because 70.08% of the total calories in this serving come from fat. Consume less than 10 percent of calories per day from saturated fats.

Protein 49% of DV

A serving of 100 grams of cheese, edam has 49% of the recommended daily needs of protein.

Fat 43% of DV

A serving of 100 grams of cheese, edam has 43% of the recommended daily intake of fat.

Calcium 56% of DV

A serving of 100 grams of cheese, edam has 56% of the recommended daily needs of calcium.

Phosphorus 43% of DV

A serving of 100 grams of cheese, edam has 43% of the recommended daily needs of phosphorus.

Sodium 34% of DV

A serving of 100 grams of cheese, edam has 34% of the recommended daily intake of sodium.

Zinc 34% of DV

A serving of 100 grams of cheese, edam has 34% of the recommended daily needs of zinc.

Riboflavin 30% of DV

A serving of 100 grams of cheese, edam has 30% of the recommended daily needs of riboflavin.

Vitamin B-12 64% of DV

A serving of 100 grams of cheese, edam has 64% of the recommended daily needs of vitamin b-12.

Tryptophan 106% of DV

A serving of 100 grams of cheese, edam has 106% of the recommended daily needs of tryptophan.

Threonine 72% of DV

A serving of 100 grams of cheese, edam has 72% of the recommended daily needs of threonine.

Isoleucine 106% of DV

A serving of 100 grams of cheese, edam has 106% of the recommended daily needs of isoleucine.

Leucine 92% of DV

A serving of 100 grams of cheese, edam has 92% of the recommended daily needs of leucine.

Lysine 108% of DV

A serving of 100 grams of cheese, edam has 108% of the recommended daily needs of lysine.

Methionine 58% of DV

A serving of 100 grams of cheese, edam has 58% of the recommended daily needs of methionine.

Phenylalanine 67% of DV

A serving of 100 grams of cheese, edam has 67% of the recommended daily needs of phenylalanine.

Tyrosine 61% of DV

A serving of 100 grams of cheese, edam has 61% of the recommended daily needs of tyrosine.

Valine 116% of DV

A serving of 100 grams of cheese, edam has 116% of the recommended daily needs of valine.

Histidine 113% of DV

A serving of 100 grams of cheese, edam has 113% of the recommended daily needs of histidine.

Saturated Fats 88% of DV

A serving of 100 grams of cheese, edam has 88% of the recommended daily intake of saturated fats.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 100g (about 3.52 oz)

Amount Per Serving
Calories 357 Calories from Fat 250
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 27.8g 43%
Saturated Fat 17.6g 88%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 89mg 30%
Sodium 812mg 34%
Total Carbohydrate 1.4g 0%
Dietary Fiber 0g 0%
Sugars 1g
Protein 25g
Vitamin A 17% Vitamin C 0%
Calcium 56% Iron 2%

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

Vitamins

NutrientAmountDV %
Vitamin A825 IU17%
Vitamin A, RAE243 µg27%
Alpha Carotene0 µg-
Beta Carotene11 µg-
Beta Cryptoxanthin0 µg-
Lutein + zeaxanthin0 µg-
Lycopene0 µg-
Vitamin B-121.54 µg64%
Vitamin B-60.08 mg5%
Vitamin C0 mg0%
Vitamin D20 IU5%
→ Vitamin D30.5 µg-
Vitamin E0.24 mg2%
Vitamin K2.3 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 %
Carbohydrate1.43 g0%
Sugars1.43 g6%
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 %
Fat27.8 g43%
Saturated Fats17.57 g88%
→ Butyric Acid1 g-
→ Caproic Acid0.46 g-
→ Caprylic Acid0.3 g-
→ Capric Acid0.59 g-
→ Lauric Acid0.5 g-
→ Myristic Acid2.94 g-
→ Palmitic Acid8.07 g-
→ Stearic Acid2.98 g-
Monounsaturated Fats8.13 g-
→ Palmitoleic Acid0.81 g-
→ Oleic Acid 6.91 g-
→ Gadoleic Acid0 g-
→ Erucic Acid0 g-
Polyunsaturated Fats0.67 g-
→ Linolenic Acid (18:2)0.42 g-
→ Linolenic Acid (18:3)0.25 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 %
Protein24.99 g49%
→ Alanine0.76 g-
→ Arginine0.96 g-
→ Aspartic acid1.75 g-
→ Cystine0.26 g-
→ Glutamic acid6.15 g-
→ Glycine0.49 g-
→ Histidine1.03 g113%
→ Isoleucine1.31 g106%
→ Leucine2.57 g92%
→ Lysine2.66 g108%
→ Methionine0.72 g58%
→ Phenylalanine1.43 g67%
→ Proline3.25 g-
→ Serine1.55 g-
→ Threonine0.93 g72%
→ Tryptophan0.35 g106%
→ Tyrosine1.46 g61%
→ Valine1.81 g116%

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 %
Calcium731 mg56%
Copper0.04 mg4%
Iron0.44 mg2%
Magnesium30 mg7%
Manganese0.01 mg0%
Phosphorus536 mg43%
Potassium188 mg4%
Selenium14.5 µg26%
Sodium812 mg34%
Zinc3.75 mg34%

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 %
Cholesterol89 mg30%

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-
Ash4.22 g-
Caffeine0 mg-
Theobromine0 mg-
Water41.56 g-

Calories Burn off Time

How long would it take to burn off Cheese, Edam with 357calories? A brisk walk for 78 minutes, jogging for 36 minutes, or hiking for 60 minutes will help your burn off the calories in cheese, edam.

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 less74 minutes
Dancing65 minutes
Golfing65 minutes
Hiking60 minutes
Light Gardening65 minutes
Stretching119 minutes
Walking - 3.5 mph78 minutes
Weight Training - light workout99 minutes
Aerobics45 minutes
Basketball49 minutes
Bicycling - 10 mph or more36 minutes
Running - 5 mph36 minutes
Swimming42 minutes
Walking - 4.5 mph47 minutes
Weight Training - vigorous workout49 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