Cheese, Fontina
Serving Size 1 package (8 oz)
Nutritional Value and Analysis
Cheese, Fontina with a serving size of 1 package (8 oz) has a total of 883.03 calories with 70.69 grams of fat. The serving size is equivalent to 227 grams of food and contains 636.21 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, Fontina is a high fat food because 72.05% of the total calories in this serving come from fat. Consume less than 10 percent of calories per day from saturated fats.
Protein 114% of DV
A serving of 227 grams of cheese, fontina has 114% of the recommended daily needs of protein.
Fat 109% of DV
A serving of 227 grams of cheese, fontina has 109% of the recommended daily intake of fat.
Energy 44% of DV
A serving of 227 grams of cheese, fontina has 44% of the recommended daily intake of energy.
Calcium 96% of DV
A serving of 227 grams of cheese, fontina has 96% of the recommended daily needs of calcium.
Phosphorus 63% of DV
A serving of 227 grams of cheese, fontina has 63% of the recommended daily needs of phosphorus.
Sodium 76% of DV
A serving of 227 grams of cheese, fontina has 76% of the recommended daily intake of sodium.
Zinc 72% of DV
A serving of 227 grams of cheese, fontina has 72% of the recommended daily needs of zinc.
Selenium 60% of DV
A serving of 227 grams of cheese, fontina has 60% of the recommended daily needs of selenium.
Vitamin A 41% of DV
A serving of 227 grams of cheese, fontina has 41% of the recommended daily needs of vitamin a.
Vitamin A, RAE 66% of DV
A serving of 227 grams of cheese, fontina has 66% of the recommended daily needs of vitamin a, rae.
Riboflavin 35% of DV
A serving of 227 grams of cheese, fontina has 35% of the recommended daily needs of riboflavin.
Vitamin B-12 159% of DV
A serving of 227 grams of cheese, fontina has 159% of the recommended daily needs of vitamin b-12.
Tryptophan 248% of DV
A serving of 227 grams of cheese, fontina has 248% of the recommended daily needs of tryptophan.
Threonine 163% of DV
A serving of 227 grams of cheese, fontina has 163% of the recommended daily needs of threonine.
Isoleucine 253% of DV
A serving of 227 grams of cheese, fontina has 253% of the recommended daily needs of isoleucine.
Leucine 216% of DV
A serving of 227 grams of cheese, fontina has 216% of the recommended daily needs of leucine.
Lysine 214% of DV
A serving of 227 grams of cheese, fontina has 214% of the recommended daily needs of lysine.
Methionine 129% of DV
A serving of 227 grams of cheese, fontina has 129% of the recommended daily needs of methionine.
Phenylalanine 158% of DV
A serving of 227 grams of cheese, fontina has 158% of the recommended daily needs of phenylalanine.
Tyrosine 144% of DV
A serving of 227 grams of cheese, fontina has 144% of the recommended daily needs of tyrosine.
Valine 280% of DV
A serving of 227 grams of cheese, fontina has 280% of the recommended daily needs of valine.
Histidine 240% of DV
A serving of 227 grams of cheese, fontina has 240% of the recommended daily needs of histidine.
Cholesterol 88% of DV
A serving of 227 grams of cheese, fontina has 88% of the recommended daily intake of cholesterol.
Saturated Fats 218% of DV
A serving of 227 grams of cheese, fontina has 218% of the recommended daily intake of saturated fats.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 package (8 oz) (227 g)
| Amount Per Serving | ||
|---|---|---|
| Calories 883.03 | Calories from Fat 636 | |
| % Daily Value* | ||
| Total Fat 70.7g | 109% | |
| Saturated Fat 43.6g | 218% | |
| Trans Fat 0g | ||
| Cholesterol 263.3mg | 88% | |
| Sodium 1816mg | 76% | |
| Total Carbohydrate 3.5g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber 0g | 0% | |
| Sugars 4g | ||
| Protein 58g | ||
| Vitamin A 41% | Vitamin C 0% |
| Calcium 96% | Iron 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Vitamins
| Nutrient | Amount | DV % | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 2072.51 IU | 41% | |
| → Vitamin A, RAE | 592.47 µg | 66% | |
| → Alpha Carotene | 0 µg | - | |
| → Beta Carotene | 72.64 µg | - | |
| → Beta Cryptoxanthin | 0 µg | - | |
| → Lutein + zeaxanthin | 0 µg | - | |
| → Lycopene | 0 µg | - | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 3.81 µg | 159% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.19 mg | 11% | |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 52.21 IU | 13% | |
| → Vitamin D3 | 1.36 µg | - | |
| Vitamin E | 0.61 mg | 4% | |
| Vitamin K | 5.9 µg | 5% |
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 | 3.52 g | 1% | |
| Sugars | 3.52 g | 14% | |
| 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 | 70.69 g | 109% | |
| Saturated Fats | 43.57 g | 218% | |
| → Butyric Acid | 1.62 g | - | |
| → Caproic Acid | 1.11 g | - | |
| → Caprylic Acid | 0.71 g | - | |
| → Capric Acid | 1.48 g | - | |
| → Lauric Acid | 1.83 g | - | |
| → Myristic Acid | 6.73 g | - | |
| → Palmitic Acid | 19.2 g | - | |
| → Stearic Acid | 6.03 g | - | |
| Monounsaturated Fats | 19.72 g | - | |
| → Palmitoleic Acid | 2.02 g | - | |
| → Oleic Acid | 16.12 g | - | |
| → Gadoleic Acid | 0 g | - | |
| → Erucic Acid | 0 g | - | |
| Polyunsaturated Fats | 3.75 g | - | |
| → Linolenic Acid (18:2) | 1.96 g | - | |
| → Linolenic Acid (18:3) | 1.79 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 | 58.11 g | 114% | |
| → Alanine | 1.87 g | - | |
| → Arginine | 1.9 g | - | |
| → Aspartic acid | 3.21 g | - | |
| → Cystine | 0.59 g | - | |
| → Glutamic acid | 11.66 g | - | |
| → Glycine | 1.04 g | - | |
| → Histidine | 2.18 g | 240% | |
| → Isoleucine | 3.14 g | 253% | |
| → Leucine | 6.05 g | 216% | |
| → Lysine | 5.28 g | 214% | |
| → Methionine | 1.6 g | 129% | |
| → Phenylalanine | 3.4 g | 158% | |
| → Proline | 7.54 g | - | |
| → Serine | 3.35 g | - | |
| → Threonine | 2.12 g | 163% | |
| → Tryptophan | 0.82 g | 248% | |
| → Tyrosine | 3.46 g | 144% | |
| → Valine | 4.37 g | 280% |
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 | 1248.5 mg | 96% | |
| Copper | 0.06 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 0.52 mg | 3% | |
| Magnesium | 31.78 mg | 8% | |
| Manganese | 0.03 mg | 1% | |
| Phosphorus | 785.42 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 145.28 mg | 3% | |
| Selenium | 32.92 µg | 60% | |
| Sodium | 1816 mg | 76% | |
| Zinc | 7.95 mg | 72% |
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 | 263.32 mg | 88% |
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, Fontina with 883.03calories? A brisk walk for 192 minutes, jogging for 90 minutes, or hiking for 147 minutes will help your burn off the calories in cheese, fontina.
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 | 184 minutes |
| Dancing | 161 minutes |
| Golfing | 161 minutes |
| Hiking | 147 minutes |
| Light Gardening | 161 minutes |
| Stretching | 294 minutes |
| Walking - 3.5 mph | 192 minutes |
| Weight Training - light workout | 245 minutes |
| Aerobics | 110 minutes |
| Basketball | 121 minutes |
| Bicycling - 10 mph or more | 90 minutes |
| Running - 5 mph | 90 minutes |
| Swimming | 104 minutes |
| Walking - 4.5 mph | 116 minutes |
| Weight Training - vigorous workout | 121 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