Kraft - Cheese Naturally Shredded - 2% Mexican Four Cheese has a average-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium and Iron.
The food contains 3.57g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low in complex carbs and low in Simple carbs. Carbs are our primary source of energy but its source should be chosen with utmost care. Complex carbs are a more desirable addition to your diet, where as simple carbs should be consumed in moderation as it is very easily broken down, assimilated and absorbed in the body. With 25 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Because of its high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is very high in saturated fats and low in trans fats. It's low MUFA and low PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the top 10% of all food items. It is also ranked in the top 10 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".
It gives a good yield of Iron at 21.43 gms/ serving, and should be included in an Iron rich diet. Iron is essential to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs, and is especially helpful for pregnant women. It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet.
It belongs to Mexican cuisine.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Kraft - Cheese Naturally Shredded - 2% Mexican Four Cheese has been given a composite ranking of 11, and sparingly.
Calories from Protein | 36% | |
Calories from Fat | 58% | |
Calories from Carbs | 5% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 778.6 mg | 77.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Iron | 21.4 mg | 119% | Top 10% | Very High |
Potassium | 1621.4 mg | 46.3% | Top 30% | High |
Sodium | 857.1 mg | 35.7% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 3.6 g | 1.2% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Dietary Fiber | 0 g | |||
Sugars | 0 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 25 g | 50% | Top 10% | Very High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Fat | 17.9 g | 27.5% | Top 30% | High |
Saturated Fat | 12.5 g | 62.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Monounsaturated Fat | 0 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0 g | |||
Total Trans Fatty Acids | 0 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 80 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5 g 7.7%
Saturated Fat 3.5 g 17.5%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 15 mg 5%
Sodium 240 mg 10%
Total Carbohydrates 1 g 0.3%
Dietary Fiber 0 g
Sugars 0 g
Protein 7 g 14%
Vitamin A 0.2% Vitamin C
Calcium 21.8% Iron 33.3%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per 100g | Calories 357
Protein 21.4 g | Carbs 3.6 g | Fat 28.6 g
Per 100g | Calories 357
Protein 21.4 g | Carbs 3.6 g | Fat 28.6 g
Per 100g | Calories 286
Protein 19 g | Carbs 4.8 g | Fat 21.4 g
Per 100g | Calories 44
Protein 6.2 g | Carbs 0 g | Fat 2.2 g
Per 100g | Calories 357
Protein 21.4 g | Carbs 3.6 g | Fat 28.6 g
Per 100g | Calories 357
Protein 21.4 g | Carbs 3.6 g | Fat 28.6 g
Per 100g | Calories 357
Protein 12.9 g | Carbs 71.4 g | Fat 2.9 g
Per 100g | Calories 316
Protein 12.2 g | Carbs 40.8 g | Fat 11.2 g