Cheese, Muenster

Serving Size 100 grams

Nutritional Value and Analysis

Cheese, Muenster with a serving size of 100 grams has a total of 368 calories with 30.04 grams of fat. The serving size is equivalent to 100 grams of food and contains 270.36 calories from fat. This item is classified as dairy and egg products foods.

This food is a good source of protein, calcium, phosphorus, vitamin a, rae, vitamin b-12, tryptophan, threonine, isoleucine, leucine, lysine, methionine, phenylalanine, tyrosine, valine and histidine but is high in fat, cholesterol and saturated fats. Cheese, Muenster is a high fat food because 73.47% of the total calories in this serving come from fat. Consume less than 10 percent of calories per day from saturated fats.

Protein 46% of DV

A serving of 100 grams of cheese, muenster has 46% of the recommended daily needs of protein.

Fat 46% of DV

A serving of 100 grams of cheese, muenster has 46% of the recommended daily intake of fat.

Calcium 55% of DV

A serving of 100 grams of cheese, muenster has 55% of the recommended daily needs of calcium.

Phosphorus 37% of DV

A serving of 100 grams of cheese, muenster has 37% of the recommended daily needs of phosphorus.

Vitamin A, RAE 33% of DV

A serving of 100 grams of cheese, muenster has 33% of the recommended daily needs of vitamin a, rae.

Vitamin B-12 61% of DV

A serving of 100 grams of cheese, muenster has 61% of the recommended daily needs of vitamin b-12.

Tryptophan 100% of DV

A serving of 100 grams of cheese, muenster has 100% of the recommended daily needs of tryptophan.

Threonine 68% of DV

A serving of 100 grams of cheese, muenster has 68% of the recommended daily needs of threonine.

Isoleucine 93% of DV

A serving of 100 grams of cheese, muenster has 93% of the recommended daily needs of isoleucine.

Leucine 81% of DV

A serving of 100 grams of cheese, muenster has 81% of the recommended daily needs of leucine.

Lysine 87% of DV

A serving of 100 grams of cheese, muenster has 87% of the recommended daily needs of lysine.

Methionine 46% of DV

A serving of 100 grams of cheese, muenster has 46% of the recommended daily needs of methionine.

Phenylalanine 58% of DV

A serving of 100 grams of cheese, muenster has 58% of the recommended daily needs of phenylalanine.

Tyrosine 47% of DV

A serving of 100 grams of cheese, muenster has 47% of the recommended daily needs of tyrosine.

Valine 95% of DV

A serving of 100 grams of cheese, muenster has 95% of the recommended daily needs of valine.

Histidine 91% of DV

A serving of 100 grams of cheese, muenster has 91% of the recommended daily needs of histidine.

Cholesterol 32% of DV

A serving of 100 grams of cheese, muenster has 32% of the recommended daily intake of cholesterol.

Saturated Fats 96% of DV

A serving of 100 grams of cheese, muenster has 96% of the recommended daily intake of saturated fats.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 100g (about 3.52 oz)

Amount Per Serving
Calories 368 Calories from Fat 270
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 30g 46%
Saturated Fat 19.1g 96%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 96mg 32%
Sodium 628mg 26%
Total Carbohydrate 1.1g 0%
Dietary Fiber 0g 0%
Sugars 1g
Protein 23g
Vitamin A 20% Vitamin C 0%
Calcium 55% Iron 2%

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

Vitamins

NutrientAmountDV %
Vitamin A1012 IU20%
Vitamin A, RAE298 µg33%
Alpha Carotene0 µg-
Beta Carotene13 µg-
Beta Cryptoxanthin0 µg-
Lutein + zeaxanthin0 µg-
Lycopene0 µg-
Vitamin B-121.47 µg61%
Vitamin B-60.06 mg4%
Vitamin C0 mg0%
Vitamin D22 IU6%
→ Vitamin D30.6 µg-
Vitamin E0.26 mg2%
Vitamin K2.5 µg2%

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

NutrientAmountDV %
Carbohydrate1.12 g0%
Sugars1.12 g4%
Fiber0 g0%

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

NutrientAmountDV %
Fat30.04 g46%
Saturated Fats19.11 g96%
→ Butyric Acid1.04 g-
→ Caproic Acid0.24 g-
→ Caprylic Acid0.28 g-
→ Capric Acid0.59 g-
→ Lauric Acid0.37 g-
→ Myristic Acid3.07 g-
→ Palmitic Acid9.22 g-
→ Stearic Acid3.57 g-
Monounsaturated Fats8.71 g-
→ Palmitoleic Acid0.97 g-
→ Oleic Acid 7.34 g-
→ Gadoleic Acid0 g-
→ Erucic Acid0 g-
Polyunsaturated Fats0.66 g-
→ Linolenic Acid (18:2)0.43 g-
→ Linolenic Acid (18:3)0.23 g-
→ Parinaric Acid0 g-
→ Arachidonic Acid0 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

NutrientAmountDV %
Protein23.41 g46%
→ Alanine0.68 g-
→ Arginine0.88 g-
→ Aspartic acid1.6 g-
→ Cystine0.13 g-
→ Glutamic acid5.56 g-
→ Glycine0.44 g-
→ Histidine0.83 g91%
→ Isoleucine1.15 g93%
→ Leucine2.26 g81%
→ Lysine2.14 g87%
→ Methionine0.57 g46%
→ Phenylalanine1.24 g58%
→ Proline2.59 g-
→ Serine1.3 g-
→ Threonine0.89 g68%
→ Tryptophan0.33 g100%
→ Tyrosine1.12 g47%
→ Valine1.48 g95%

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

NutrientAmountDV %
Calcium717 mg55%
Copper0.03 mg3%
Iron0.41 mg2%
Magnesium27 mg6%
Manganese0.01 mg0%
Phosphorus468 mg37%
Potassium134 mg3%
Selenium14.5 µg26%
Sodium628 mg26%
Zinc2.81 mg26%

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

NutrientAmountDV %
Cholesterol96 mg32%

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

NutrientAmountDV %
Alcohol0 g-
Ash3.66 g-
Caffeine0 mg-
Theobromine0 mg-
Water41.77 g-

Calories Burn off Time

How long would it take to burn off Cheese, Muenster with 368calories? A brisk walk for 80 minutes, jogging for 38 minutes, or hiking for 61 minutes will help your burn off the calories in cheese, muenster.

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 ActivityBurn Off Time
Bicycling - 10 mph or less77 minutes
Dancing67 minutes
Golfing67 minutes
Hiking61 minutes
Light Gardening67 minutes
Stretching123 minutes
Walking - 3.5 mph80 minutes
Weight Training - light workout102 minutes
Aerobics46 minutes
Basketball50 minutes
Bicycling - 10 mph or more38 minutes
Running - 5 mph38 minutes
Swimming43 minutes
Walking - 4.5 mph48 minutes
Weight Training - vigorous workout50 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