Cheese, Fresh, Queso Fresco

Serving Size 1 cup, crumbled

Nutritional Value and Analysis

Cheese, Fresh, Queso Fresco with a serving size of 1 cup, crumbled has a total of 364.78 calories with 29.06 grams of fat. The serving size is equivalent to 122 grams of food and contains 261.54 calories from fat. This item is classified as dairy and egg products foods.

This food is a good source of protein, calcium, phosphorus, selenium, vitamin a, rae, vitamin d and vitamin b-12 but is high in fat, sodium and saturated fats. Cheese, Fresh, Queso Fresco is a high fat food because 71.7% of the total calories in this serving come from fat. Consume less than 10 percent of calories per day from saturated fats.

Protein 43% of DV

A serving of 122 grams of cheese, fresh, queso fresco has 43% of the recommended daily needs of protein.

Fat 45% of DV

A serving of 122 grams of cheese, fresh, queso fresco has 45% of the recommended daily intake of fat.

Calcium 53% of DV

A serving of 122 grams of cheese, fresh, queso fresco has 53% of the recommended daily needs of calcium.

Phosphorus 38% of DV

A serving of 122 grams of cheese, fresh, queso fresco has 38% of the recommended daily needs of phosphorus.

Sodium 38% of DV

A serving of 122 grams of cheese, fresh, queso fresco has 38% of the recommended daily intake of sodium.

Selenium 43% of DV

A serving of 122 grams of cheese, fresh, queso fresco has 43% of the recommended daily needs of selenium.

Vitamin A, RAE 30% of DV

A serving of 122 grams of cheese, fresh, queso fresco has 30% of the recommended daily needs of vitamin a, rae.

Vitamin D 34% of DV

A serving of 122 grams of cheese, fresh, queso fresco has 34% of the recommended daily needs of vitamin d.

Vitamin B-12 85% of DV

A serving of 122 grams of cheese, fresh, queso fresco has 85% of the recommended daily needs of vitamin b-12.

Saturated Fats 79% of DV

A serving of 122 grams of cheese, fresh, queso fresco has 79% of the recommended daily intake of saturated fats.

Amount Per Serving
Calories 364.78		Calories from Fat 262
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 29.1g		45%
	Saturated Fat 15.8g	79%
	Trans Fat 1.02g
Cholesterol 84.2mg		28%
Sodium 916.2mg		38%
Total Carbohydrate 3.6g		1%
	Dietary Fiber 0g	0%
	Sugars 3g
Protein 22g

Vitamin A 20%	Vitamin C 0%
Calcium 53%	Iron 1%

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

Vitamins

Nutrient	Amount	DV %
Vitamin A	983.32 IU	20%
→ Vitamin A, RAE	273.28 µg	30%
→ Alpha Carotene	0 µg	-
→ Beta Carotene	50.02 µg	-
→ Beta Cryptoxanthin	2.44 µg	-
→ Lutein + zeaxanthin	3.66 µg	-
→ Lycopene	0 µg	-
Vitamin B-12	2.05 µg	85%
Vitamin B-6	0.09 mg	5%
Vitamin C	0 mg	0%
Vitamin D	134.2 IU	34%
→ Vitamin D3	3.29 µg	-
Vitamin E	0.45 mg	3%
→ Beta Tocopherol	0 mg	-
→ Delta Tocopherol	0 mg	-
→ Gamma Tocopherol	0.05 mg	-
→ Alpha Tocotrienol	0.04 mg	-
→ Beta Tocotrienol	0 mg	-
→ Delta Tocotrienol	0 mg	-
→ Gamma Tocotrienol	0.05 mg	-
Vitamin K	1.22 µg	1%

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	3.64 g	1%
Sugars	2.83 g	11%
→ Sucrose	0 g	-
→ Glucose	0 g	-
→ Fructose	0 g	-
→ Lactose	2.83 g	-
→ Maltose	0 g	-
→ Galactose	0 g	-
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	29.06 g	45%
Saturated Fats	15.79 g	79%
→ Butyric Acid	0.59 g	-
→ Caproic Acid	0.47 g	-
→ Caprylic Acid	0.3 g	-
→ Capric Acid	0.69 g	-
→ Lauric Acid	0.79 g	-
→ Myristic Acid	2.59 g	-
→ Palmitic Acid	6.89 g	-
→ Stearic Acid	2.93 g	-
→ Arachidic Acid	0.04 g	-
→ Behenic Acid	0.01 g	-
→ Lignoceric Acid	0.01 g	-
Monounsaturated Fats	7.28 g	-
→ Myristoleic Acid	0.21 g	-
→ Pentadecenoic Acid	0 g	-
→ Palmitoleic Acid	0.5 g	-
→ Heptadecenoic Acid	0.17 g	-
→ Oleic Acid	6.46 g	-
→ Gadoleic Acid	0.05 g	-
→ Erucic Acid	0 g	-
→ Nervonic Acid	0 g	-
Polyunsaturated Fats	1.35 g	-
→ Linolenic Acid (18:2)	1.08 g	-
→ Linolenic Acid (18:3)	0.13 g	-
→ Alpha-linolenic Acid	0.12 g	-
→ Gamma-linolenic Acid	0.01 g	-
→ Parinaric Acid	0.01 g	-
→ Eicosadienoic Acid (20:2)	0.01 g	-
→ Eicosadienoic Acid (20:3)	0.03 g	-
→ Arachidonic Acid	0.04 g	-
→ Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA)	0.01 g	-
→ Docosapentaenoic Acid (DPA)	0.02 g	-
→ Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA)	0 g	-
Trans Fats	1.02 g	5%
Total trans-monoenoic	0.82 g	-
Total trans-polyenoic	0.2 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	22.07 g	43%

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	690.52 mg	53%
Copper	0.04 mg	4%
Iron	0.24 mg	1%
Magnesium	29.28 mg	7%
Manganese	0.02 mg	1%
Phosphorus	469.7 mg	38%
Potassium	157.38 mg	3%
Selenium	23.55 µg	43%
Sodium	916.22 mg	38%
Zinc	3.15 mg	29%

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	84.18 mg	28%

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

Nutrient	Amount	DV %
Alcohol	0 g	-
Ash	4.49 g	-
Caffeine	0 mg	-
Theobromine	0 mg	-
Water	62.73 g	-

Calories Burn off Time

How long would it take to burn off Cheese, Fresh, Queso Fresco with 364.78calories? A brisk walk for 79 minutes, jogging for 37 minutes, or hiking for 61 minutes will help your burn off the calories in cheese, fresh, queso fresco.

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	76 minutes
Dancing	66 minutes
Golfing	66 minutes
Hiking	61 minutes
Light Gardening	66 minutes
Stretching	122 minutes
Walking - 3.5 mph	79 minutes
Weight Training - light workout	101 minutes
Aerobics	46 minutes
Basketball	50 minutes
Bicycling - 10 mph or more	37 minutes
Running - 5 mph	37 minutes
Swimming	43 minutes
Walking - 4.5 mph	48 minutes
Weight Training - vigorous workout	50 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