Cheese, Muenster
Serving Size 1 package (6 oz)
Nutritional Value and Analysis
Cheese, Muenster with a serving size of 1 package (6 oz) has a total of 625.6 calories with 51.07 grams of fat. The serving size is equivalent to 170 grams of food and contains 459.63 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, 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 78% of DV
A serving of 170 grams of cheese, muenster has 78% of the recommended daily needs of protein.
Fat 79% of DV
A serving of 170 grams of cheese, muenster has 79% of the recommended daily intake of fat.
Energy 31% of DV
A serving of 170 grams of cheese, muenster has 31% of the recommended daily intake of energy.
Calcium 94% of DV
A serving of 170 grams of cheese, muenster has 94% of the recommended daily needs of calcium.
Phosphorus 64% of DV
A serving of 170 grams of cheese, muenster has 64% of the recommended daily needs of phosphorus.
Sodium 44% of DV
A serving of 170 grams of cheese, muenster has 44% of the recommended daily intake of sodium.
Zinc 43% of DV
A serving of 170 grams of cheese, muenster has 43% of the recommended daily needs of zinc.
Selenium 45% of DV
A serving of 170 grams of cheese, muenster has 45% of the recommended daily needs of selenium.
Vitamin A 34% of DV
A serving of 170 grams of cheese, muenster has 34% of the recommended daily needs of vitamin a.
Vitamin A, RAE 56% of DV
A serving of 170 grams of cheese, muenster has 56% of the recommended daily needs of vitamin a, rae.
Riboflavin 42% of DV
A serving of 170 grams of cheese, muenster has 42% of the recommended daily needs of riboflavin.
Vitamin B-12 104% of DV
A serving of 170 grams of cheese, muenster has 104% of the recommended daily needs of vitamin b-12.
Tryptophan 170% of DV
A serving of 170 grams of cheese, muenster has 170% of the recommended daily needs of tryptophan.
Threonine 116% of DV
A serving of 170 grams of cheese, muenster has 116% of the recommended daily needs of threonine.
Isoleucine 157% of DV
A serving of 170 grams of cheese, muenster has 157% of the recommended daily needs of isoleucine.
Leucine 137% of DV
A serving of 170 grams of cheese, muenster has 137% of the recommended daily needs of leucine.
Lysine 147% of DV
A serving of 170 grams of cheese, muenster has 147% of the recommended daily needs of lysine.
Methionine 78% of DV
A serving of 170 grams of cheese, muenster has 78% of the recommended daily needs of methionine.
Phenylalanine 98% of DV
A serving of 170 grams of cheese, muenster has 98% of the recommended daily needs of phenylalanine.
Tyrosine 80% of DV
A serving of 170 grams of cheese, muenster has 80% of the recommended daily needs of tyrosine.
Valine 162% of DV
A serving of 170 grams of cheese, muenster has 162% of the recommended daily needs of valine.
Histidine 155% of DV
A serving of 170 grams of cheese, muenster has 155% of the recommended daily needs of histidine.
Cholesterol 54% of DV
A serving of 170 grams of cheese, muenster has 54% of the recommended daily intake of cholesterol.
Saturated Fats 162% of DV
A serving of 170 grams of cheese, muenster has 162% of the recommended daily intake of saturated fats.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 package (6 oz) (170 g)
| Amount Per Serving | ||
|---|---|---|
| Calories 625.6 | Calories from Fat 460 | |
| % Daily Value* | ||
| Total Fat 51.1g | 79% | |
| Saturated Fat 32.5g | 162% | |
| Trans Fat 0g | ||
| Cholesterol 163.2mg | 54% | |
| Sodium 1067.6mg | 44% | |
| Total Carbohydrate 1.9g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber 0g | 0% | |
| Sugars 2g | ||
| Protein 40g | ||
| Vitamin A 34% | Vitamin C 0% |
| Calcium 94% | Iron 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Vitamins
| Nutrient | Amount | DV % | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 1720.4 IU | 34% | |
| → Vitamin A, RAE | 506.6 µg | 56% | |
| → Alpha Carotene | 0 µg | - | |
| → Beta Carotene | 22.1 µg | - | |
| → Beta Cryptoxanthin | 0 µg | - | |
| → Lutein + zeaxanthin | 0 µg | - | |
| → Lycopene | 0 µg | - | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 2.5 µg | 104% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.1 mg | 6% | |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 37.4 IU | 9% | |
| → Vitamin D3 | 1.02 µg | - | |
| Vitamin E | 0.44 mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin K | 4.25 µg | 4% |
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 | 1.9 g | 1% | |
| Sugars | 1.9 g | 8% | |
| 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 | 51.07 g | 79% | |
| Saturated Fats | 32.49 g | 162% | |
| → Butyric Acid | 1.77 g | - | |
| → Caproic Acid | 0.41 g | - | |
| → Caprylic Acid | 0.47 g | - | |
| → Capric Acid | 1 g | - | |
| → Lauric Acid | 0.62 g | - | |
| → Myristic Acid | 5.22 g | - | |
| → Palmitic Acid | 15.67 g | - | |
| → Stearic Acid | 6.07 g | - | |
| Monounsaturated Fats | 14.81 g | - | |
| → Palmitoleic Acid | 1.65 g | - | |
| → Oleic Acid | 12.47 g | - | |
| → Gadoleic Acid | 0 g | - | |
| → Erucic Acid | 0 g | - | |
| Polyunsaturated Fats | 1.12 g | - | |
| → Linolenic Acid (18:2) | 0.73 g | - | |
| → Linolenic Acid (18:3) | 0.39 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 | 39.8 g | 78% | |
| → Alanine | 1.15 g | - | |
| → Arginine | 1.5 g | - | |
| → Aspartic acid | 2.72 g | - | |
| → Cystine | 0.22 g | - | |
| → Glutamic acid | 9.44 g | - | |
| → Glycine | 0.75 g | - | |
| → Histidine | 1.41 g | 155% | |
| → Isoleucine | 1.95 g | 157% | |
| → Leucine | 3.84 g | 137% | |
| → Lysine | 3.64 g | 147% | |
| → Methionine | 0.97 g | 78% | |
| → Phenylalanine | 2.11 g | 98% | |
| → Proline | 4.41 g | - | |
| → Serine | 2.21 g | - | |
| → Threonine | 1.51 g | 116% | |
| → Tryptophan | 0.56 g | 170% | |
| → Tyrosine | 1.91 g | 80% | |
| → Valine | 2.52 g | 162% |
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 | 1218.9 mg | 94% | |
| Copper | 0.05 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Magnesium | 45.9 mg | 11% | |
| Manganese | 0.01 mg | 0% | |
| Phosphorus | 795.6 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 227.8 mg | 5% | |
| Selenium | 24.65 µg | 45% | |
| Sodium | 1067.6 mg | 44% | |
| Zinc | 4.78 mg | 43% |
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 | 163.2 mg | 54% |
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, Muenster with 625.6calories? A brisk walk for 136 minutes, jogging for 64 minutes, or hiking for 104 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 Activity | Burn Off Time |
|---|---|
| Bicycling - 10 mph or less | 130 minutes |
| Dancing | 114 minutes |
| Golfing | 114 minutes |
| Hiking | 104 minutes |
| Light Gardening | 114 minutes |
| Stretching | 209 minutes |
| Walking - 3.5 mph | 136 minutes |
| Weight Training - light workout | 174 minutes |
| Aerobics | 78 minutes |
| Basketball | 86 minutes |
| Bicycling - 10 mph or more | 64 minutes |
| Running - 5 mph | 64 minutes |
| Swimming | 74 minutes |
| Walking - 4.5 mph | 82 minutes |
| Weight Training - vigorous workout | 86 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