Cheese, Edam
Serving Size 1 package (7 oz)
Nutritional Value and Analysis
Cheese, Edam with a serving size of 1 package (7 oz) has a total of 706.86 calories with 55.04 grams of fat. The serving size is equivalent to 198 grams of food and contains 495.36 calories from fat. This item is classified as dairy and egg products foods.
This food is a good source of protein, calcium, phosphorus, zinc, selenium, vitamin a, vitamin a, rae, riboflavin, vitamin b-12, tryptophan, threonine, isoleucine, leucine, lysine, methionine, phenylalanine, tyrosine, valine and histidine but is high in fat, energy, sodium, cholesterol 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 97% of DV
A serving of 198 grams of cheese, edam has 97% of the recommended daily needs of protein.
Fat 85% of DV
A serving of 198 grams of cheese, edam has 85% of the recommended daily intake of fat.
Energy 35% of DV
A serving of 198 grams of cheese, edam has 35% of the recommended daily intake of energy.
Calcium 111% of DV
A serving of 198 grams of cheese, edam has 111% of the recommended daily needs of calcium.
Phosphorus 85% of DV
A serving of 198 grams of cheese, edam has 85% of the recommended daily needs of phosphorus.
Sodium 67% of DV
A serving of 198 grams of cheese, edam has 67% of the recommended daily intake of sodium.
Zinc 68% of DV
A serving of 198 grams of cheese, edam has 68% of the recommended daily needs of zinc.
Selenium 52% of DV
A serving of 198 grams of cheese, edam has 52% of the recommended daily needs of selenium.
Vitamin A 33% of DV
A serving of 198 grams of cheese, edam has 33% of the recommended daily needs of vitamin a.
Vitamin A, RAE 53% of DV
A serving of 198 grams of cheese, edam has 53% of the recommended daily needs of vitamin a, rae.
Riboflavin 59% of DV
A serving of 198 grams of cheese, edam has 59% of the recommended daily needs of riboflavin.
Vitamin B-12 127% of DV
A serving of 198 grams of cheese, edam has 127% of the recommended daily needs of vitamin b-12.
Tryptophan 212% of DV
A serving of 198 grams of cheese, edam has 212% of the recommended daily needs of tryptophan.
Threonine 142% of DV
A serving of 198 grams of cheese, edam has 142% of the recommended daily needs of threonine.
Isoleucine 209% of DV
A serving of 198 grams of cheese, edam has 209% of the recommended daily needs of isoleucine.
Leucine 182% of DV
A serving of 198 grams of cheese, edam has 182% of the recommended daily needs of leucine.
Lysine 213% of DV
A serving of 198 grams of cheese, edam has 213% of the recommended daily needs of lysine.
Methionine 115% of DV
A serving of 198 grams of cheese, edam has 115% of the recommended daily needs of methionine.
Phenylalanine 132% of DV
A serving of 198 grams of cheese, edam has 132% of the recommended daily needs of phenylalanine.
Tyrosine 120% of DV
A serving of 198 grams of cheese, edam has 120% of the recommended daily needs of tyrosine.
Valine 229% of DV
A serving of 198 grams of cheese, edam has 229% of the recommended daily needs of valine.
Histidine 225% of DV
A serving of 198 grams of cheese, edam has 225% of the recommended daily needs of histidine.
Cholesterol 59% of DV
A serving of 198 grams of cheese, edam has 59% of the recommended daily intake of cholesterol.
Saturated Fats 174% of DV
A serving of 198 grams of cheese, edam has 174% of the recommended daily intake of saturated fats.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 package (7 oz) (198 g)
| Amount Per Serving | ||
|---|---|---|
| Calories 706.86 | Calories from Fat 495 | |
| % Daily Value* | ||
| Total Fat 55g | 85% | |
| Saturated Fat 34.8g | 174% | |
| Trans Fat 0g | ||
| Cholesterol 176.2mg | 59% | |
| Sodium 1607.8mg | 67% | |
| Total Carbohydrate 2.8g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber 0g | 0% | |
| Sugars 3g | ||
| Protein 49g | ||
| Vitamin A 33% | Vitamin C 0% |
| Calcium 111% | Iron 5% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Vitamins
| Nutrient | Amount | DV % | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 1633.5 IU | 33% | |
| → Vitamin A, RAE | 481.14 µg | 53% | |
| → Alpha Carotene | 0 µg | - | |
| → Beta Carotene | 21.78 µg | - | |
| → Beta Cryptoxanthin | 0 µg | - | |
| → Lutein + zeaxanthin | 0 µg | - | |
| → Lycopene | 0 µg | - | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 3.05 µg | 127% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.15 mg | 9% | |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 39.6 IU | 10% | |
| → Vitamin D3 | 0.99 µg | - | |
| Vitamin E | 0.48 mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin K | 4.55 µg | 4% |
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
| Nutrient | Amount | DV % | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carbohydrate | 2.83 g | 1% | |
| Sugars | 2.83 g | 11% | |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
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
| Nutrient | Amount | DV % | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fat | 55.04 g | 85% | |
| Saturated Fats | 34.79 g | 174% | |
| → Butyric Acid | 1.98 g | - | |
| → Caproic Acid | 0.91 g | - | |
| → Caprylic Acid | 0.59 g | - | |
| → Capric Acid | 1.17 g | - | |
| → Lauric Acid | 0.98 g | - | |
| → Myristic Acid | 5.83 g | - | |
| → Palmitic Acid | 15.97 g | - | |
| → Stearic Acid | 5.91 g | - | |
| Monounsaturated Fats | 16.09 g | - | |
| → Palmitoleic Acid | 1.61 g | - | |
| → Oleic Acid | 13.68 g | - | |
| → Gadoleic Acid | 0 g | - | |
| → Erucic Acid | 0 g | - | |
| Polyunsaturated Fats | 1.32 g | - | |
| → Linolenic Acid (18:2) | 0.83 g | - | |
| → Linolenic Acid (18:3) | 0.49 g | - | |
| → Parinaric Acid | 0 g | - | |
| → Arachidonic Acid | 0 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
| Nutrient | Amount | DV % | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 49.48 g | 97% | |
| → Alanine | 1.51 g | - | |
| → Arginine | 1.91 g | - | |
| → Aspartic acid | 3.46 g | - | |
| → Cystine | 0.5 g | - | |
| → Glutamic acid | 12.18 g | - | |
| → Glycine | 0.96 g | - | |
| → Histidine | 2.05 g | 225% | |
| → Isoleucine | 2.59 g | 209% | |
| → Leucine | 5.09 g | 182% | |
| → Lysine | 5.27 g | 213% | |
| → Methionine | 1.43 g | 115% | |
| → Phenylalanine | 2.84 g | 132% | |
| → Proline | 6.44 g | - | |
| → Serine | 3.06 g | - | |
| → Threonine | 1.85 g | 142% | |
| → Tryptophan | 0.7 g | 212% | |
| → Tyrosine | 2.88 g | 120% | |
| → Valine | 3.58 g | 229% |
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
| Nutrient | Amount | DV % | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 1447.38 mg | 111% | |
| Copper | 0.07 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 0.87 mg | 5% | |
| Magnesium | 59.4 mg | 14% | |
| Manganese | 0.02 mg | 1% | |
| Phosphorus | 1061.28 mg | 85% | |
| Potassium | 372.24 mg | 8% | |
| Selenium | 28.71 µg | 52% | |
| Sodium | 1607.76 mg | 67% | |
| Zinc | 7.43 mg | 68% |
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
| Nutrient | Amount | DV % | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 176.22 mg | 59% |
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
Calories Burn off Time
How long would it take to burn off Cheese, Edam with 706.86calories? A brisk walk for 154 minutes, jogging for 72 minutes, or hiking for 118 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 Activity | Burn Off Time |
|---|---|
| Bicycling - 10 mph or less | 147 minutes |
| Dancing | 129 minutes |
| Golfing | 129 minutes |
| Hiking | 118 minutes |
| Light Gardening | 129 minutes |
| Stretching | 236 minutes |
| Walking - 3.5 mph | 154 minutes |
| Weight Training - light workout | 196 minutes |
| Aerobics | 88 minutes |
| Basketball | 97 minutes |
| Bicycling - 10 mph or more | 72 minutes |
| Running - 5 mph | 72 minutes |
| Swimming | 83 minutes |
| Walking - 4.5 mph | 93 minutes |
| Weight Training - vigorous workout | 97 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