Cheese, Gjetost
Serving Size 100 grams
Nutritional Value and Analysis
Cheese, Gjetost with a serving size of 100 grams has a total of 466 calories with 29.51 grams of fat. The serving size is equivalent to 100 grams of food and contains 265.59 calories from fat. This item is classified as dairy and egg products foods.
This food is a good source of calcium, phosphorus, vitamin a, rae, riboflavin, pantothenic acid, vitamin b-12, tryptophan, threonine, isoleucine, leucine, lysine, valine and histidine but is high in fat, cholesterol and saturated fats. Cheese, Gjetost is a high fat food because 56.99% of the total calories in this serving come from fat. Consume less than 10 percent of calories per day from saturated fats.
Fat 45% of DV
A serving of 100 grams of cheese, gjetost has 45% of the recommended daily intake of fat.
Calcium 31% of DV
A serving of 100 grams of cheese, gjetost has 31% of the recommended daily needs of calcium.
Phosphorus 36% of DV
A serving of 100 grams of cheese, gjetost has 36% of the recommended daily needs of phosphorus.
Vitamin A, RAE 37% of DV
A serving of 100 grams of cheese, gjetost has 37% of the recommended daily needs of vitamin a, rae.
Riboflavin 106% of DV
A serving of 100 grams of cheese, gjetost has 106% of the recommended daily needs of riboflavin.
Pantothenic Acid 67% of DV
A serving of 100 grams of cheese, gjetost has 67% of the recommended daily needs of pantothenic acid.
Vitamin B-12 101% of DV
A serving of 100 grams of cheese, gjetost has 101% of the recommended daily needs of vitamin b-12.
Tryptophan 42% of DV
A serving of 100 grams of cheese, gjetost has 42% of the recommended daily needs of tryptophan.
Threonine 30% of DV
A serving of 100 grams of cheese, gjetost has 30% of the recommended daily needs of threonine.
Isoleucine 42% of DV
A serving of 100 grams of cheese, gjetost has 42% of the recommended daily needs of isoleucine.
Leucine 35% of DV
A serving of 100 grams of cheese, gjetost has 35% of the recommended daily needs of leucine.
Lysine 33% of DV
A serving of 100 grams of cheese, gjetost has 33% of the recommended daily needs of lysine.
Valine 49% of DV
A serving of 100 grams of cheese, gjetost has 49% of the recommended daily needs of valine.
Histidine 32% of DV
A serving of 100 grams of cheese, gjetost has 32% of the recommended daily needs of histidine.
Cholesterol 31% of DV
A serving of 100 grams of cheese, gjetost has 31% of the recommended daily intake of cholesterol.
Saturated Fats 96% of DV
A serving of 100 grams of cheese, gjetost has 96% of the recommended daily intake of saturated fats.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 100g (about 3.52 oz)
| Amount Per Serving | ||
|---|---|---|
| Calories 466 | Calories from Fat 266 | |
| % Daily Value* | ||
| Total Fat 29.5g | 45% | |
| Saturated Fat 19.2g | 96% | |
| Trans Fat 0g | ||
| Cholesterol 94mg | 31% | |
| Sodium 600mg | 25% | |
| Total Carbohydrate 42.7g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber 0g | 0% | |
| Sugars 0g | ||
| Protein 10g | ||
| Vitamin A 22% | Vitamin C 0% |
| Calcium 31% | Iron 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Vitamins
| Nutrient | Amount | DV % | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 1113 IU | 22% | |
| → Vitamin A, RAE | 334 µg | 37% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 2.42 µg | 101% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.27 mg | 16% | |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
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 | 42.65 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 | 29.51 g | 45% | |
| Saturated Fats | 19.16 g | 96% | |
| → Butyric Acid | 0.96 g | - | |
| → Caproic Acid | 0.57 g | - | |
| → Caprylic Acid | 0.33 g | - | |
| → Capric Acid | 0.58 g | - | |
| → Lauric Acid | 0.83 g | - | |
| → Myristic Acid | 3.27 g | - | |
| → Palmitic Acid | 8.66 g | - | |
| → Stearic Acid | 3.48 g | - | |
| Monounsaturated Fats | 7.88 g | - | |
| → Palmitoleic Acid | 0.53 g | - | |
| → Oleic Acid | 6.96 g | - | |
| Polyunsaturated Fats | 0.94 g | - | |
| → Linolenic Acid (18:2) | 0.51 g | - | |
| → Linolenic Acid (18:3) | 0.43 g | - | |
| → Arachidonic Acid | 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 | 9.65 g | 19% | |
| → Alanine | 0.33 g | - | |
| → Arginine | 0.33 g | - | |
| → Aspartic acid | 0.71 g | - | |
| → Cystine | 0.06 g | - | |
| → Glutamic acid | 1.99 g | - | |
| → Glycine | 0.19 g | - | |
| → Histidine | 0.29 g | 32% | |
| → Isoleucine | 0.52 g | 42% | |
| → Leucine | 0.99 g | 35% | |
| → Lysine | 0.81 g | 33% | |
| → Methionine | 0.32 g | 26% | |
| → Phenylalanine | 0.54 g | 25% | |
| → Proline | 1.18 g | - | |
| → Serine | 0.47 g | - | |
| → Threonine | 0.39 g | 30% | |
| → Tryptophan | 0.14 g | 42% | |
| → Tyrosine | 0.54 g | 23% | |
| → Valine | 0.77 g | 49% |
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 | 400 mg | 31% | |
| Copper | 0.08 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 0.52 mg | 3% | |
| Magnesium | 70 mg | 17% | |
| Manganese | 0.04 mg | 2% | |
| Phosphorus | 444 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 1409 mg | 30% | |
| Selenium | 14.5 µg | 26% | |
| Sodium | 600 mg | 25% | |
| Zinc | 1.14 mg | 10% |
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 | 94 mg | 31% |
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 % | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ash | 4.75 g | - | |
| Water | 13.44 g | - |
Calories Burn off Time
How long would it take to burn off Cheese, Gjetost with 466calories? A brisk walk for 101 minutes, jogging for 48 minutes, or hiking for 78 minutes will help your burn off the calories in cheese, gjetost.
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 | 97 minutes |
| Dancing | 85 minutes |
| Golfing | 85 minutes |
| Hiking | 78 minutes |
| Light Gardening | 85 minutes |
| Stretching | 155 minutes |
| Walking - 3.5 mph | 101 minutes |
| Weight Training - light workout | 129 minutes |
| Aerobics | 58 minutes |
| Basketball | 64 minutes |
| Bicycling - 10 mph or more | 48 minutes |
| Running - 5 mph | 48 minutes |
| Swimming | 55 minutes |
| Walking - 4.5 mph | 61 minutes |
| Weight Training - vigorous workout | 64 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