Cheese, Monterey, Low Fat

Serving Size 100 grams

Nutritional Value and Analysis

Cheese, Monterey, Low Fat with a serving size of 100 grams has a total of 313 calories with 21.6 grams of fat. The serving size is equivalent to 100 grams of food and contains 194.4 calories from fat. This item is classified as dairy and egg products foods.

This food is a good source of protein, calcium, phosphorus and vitamin b-12 but is high in fat, sodium and saturated fats. Cheese, Monterey, Low Fat is a high fat food because 62.11% of the total calories in this serving come from fat. Consume less than 10 percent of calories per day from saturated fats.

Protein 55% of DV

A serving of 100 grams of cheese, monterey, low fat has 55% of the recommended daily needs of protein.

Fat 33% of DV

A serving of 100 grams of cheese, monterey, low fat has 33% of the recommended daily intake of fat.

Calcium 54% of DV

A serving of 100 grams of cheese, monterey, low fat has 54% of the recommended daily needs of calcium.

Phosphorus 36% of DV

A serving of 100 grams of cheese, monterey, low fat has 36% of the recommended daily needs of phosphorus.

Sodium 33% of DV

A serving of 100 grams of cheese, monterey, low fat has 33% of the recommended daily intake of sodium.

Vitamin B-12 35% of DV

A serving of 100 grams of cheese, monterey, low fat has 35% of the recommended daily needs of vitamin b-12.

Saturated Fats 70% of DV

A serving of 100 grams of cheese, monterey, low fat has 70% of the recommended daily intake of saturated fats.

Amount Per Serving
Calories 313		Calories from Fat 194
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 21.6g		33%
	Saturated Fat 14g	70%
	Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 65mg		22%
Sodium 781mg		33%
Total Carbohydrate 0.7g		0%
	Dietary Fiber 0g	0%
	Sugars 1g
Protein 28g

Vitamin A 11%	Vitamin C 0%
Calcium 54%	Iron 4%

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

Vitamins

Nutrient	Amount	DV %
Vitamin A	549 IU	11%
→ Vitamin A, RAE	142 µg	16%
→ Alpha Carotene	0 µg	-
→ Beta Carotene	55 µg	-
→ Beta Cryptoxanthin	0 µg	-
→ Lutein + zeaxanthin	0 µg	-
→ Lycopene	0 µg	-
Vitamin B-12	0.83 µg	35%
Vitamin B-6	0.08 mg	5%
Vitamin C	0 mg	0%
Vitamin D	16 IU	4%
→ Vitamin D3	0.4 µg	-
Vitamin E	0.19 mg	1%
Vitamin K	1.8 µg	2%

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	0.7 g	0%
Sugars	0.56 g	2%
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	21.6 g	33%
Saturated Fats	14.04 g	70%
→ Butyric Acid	1.08 g	-
→ Caproic Acid	0.12 g	-
→ Caprylic Acid	0.24 g	-
→ Capric Acid	0.48 g	-
→ Lauric Acid	0.36 g	-
→ Myristic Acid	2.04 g	-
→ Palmitic Acid	6.36 g	-
→ Stearic Acid	2.28 g	-
Monounsaturated Fats	5.64 g	-
→ Palmitoleic Acid	0.84 g	-
→ Oleic Acid	4.56 g	-
→ Gadoleic Acid	0 g	-
→ Erucic Acid	0 g	-
Polyunsaturated Fats	0.84 g	-
→ Linolenic Acid (18:2)	0.6 g	-
→ Linolenic Acid (18:3)	0.24 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	28.2 g	55%

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	705 mg	54%
Copper	0.03 mg	3%
Iron	0.72 mg	4%
Magnesium	27 mg	6%
Phosphorus	444 mg	36%
Potassium	81 mg	2%
Selenium	14.5 µg	26%
Sodium	781 mg	33%
Zinc	3 mg	27%

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	65 mg	22%

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	3.5 g	-
Caffeine	0 mg	-
Theobromine	0 mg	-
Water	46 g	-

Calories Burn off Time

How long would it take to burn off Cheese, Monterey, Low Fat with 313calories? A brisk walk for 68 minutes, jogging for 32 minutes, or hiking for 52 minutes will help your burn off the calories in cheese, monterey, low fat.

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	65 minutes
Dancing	57 minutes
Golfing	57 minutes
Hiking	52 minutes
Light Gardening	57 minutes
Stretching	104 minutes
Walking - 3.5 mph	68 minutes
Weight Training - light workout	87 minutes
Aerobics	39 minutes
Basketball	43 minutes
Bicycling - 10 mph or more	32 minutes
Running - 5 mph	32 minutes
Swimming	37 minutes
Walking - 4.5 mph	41 minutes
Weight Training - vigorous workout	43 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