Muenster Cheese has a high-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Vitamin A and Vitamin B12.
The food contains 1.12g 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 23.41 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
However, the high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is very high in saturated fats and low in trans fats. It's average MUFA and low PUFA. The omega-3 content is average.
It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also a high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 12, for Muenster Cheese, and we advise that this food sparingly.
Calories from Protein | 25% | |
Calories from Fat | 73% | |
Calories from Carbs | 1% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Vitamin A | 1012.1 IU | 20.2% | Top 30% | High |
Retinol | 297 mcg | |||
Retinol Activity Equivalent | 298 mcg | |||
Alpha Carotene | 0 mcg | |||
Beta Carotene | 13 mcg | |||
Beta Cryptoxanthin | 0 mcg | |||
Lycopene | 0 mcg | |||
Lutein Zeaxanthin | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 0 mg | |||
Vitamin E | 0.26 mg | 0.87% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin K | 2.5 mcg | 3.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Thiamin | 0.01 mg | 0.87% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Riboflavin | 0.32 mg | 18.8% | Top 30% | High |
Niacin | 0.1 mg | 0.52% | Bottom 10% | Very Low |
Vitamin B6 | 0.06 mg | 2.8% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Folate | 12 mcg | 3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Food Folate | 12 mcg | |||
Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
Dietary Folate Equivalents | 12 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 1.5 mcg | 24.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.19 mg | 1.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Choline | 15.4 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 717 mg | 71.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Iron | 0.41 mg | 2.3% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Magnesium | 27 mg | 6.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Phosphorus | 468 mg | 46.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Potassium | 134 mg | 3.8% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Sodium | 627.9 mg | 26.2% | Top 30% | High |
Zinc | 2.8 mg | 18.7% | Top 30% | High |
Copper | 0.03 mg | 1.6% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Manganese | 0.01 mg | 0.4% | Bottom 10% | Very Low |
Selenium | 14.5 mcg | 20.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 1.12 g | 0.4% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Dietary Fiber | 0 g | |||
Starch | 0 g | |||
Sugars | 1.1 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 23.4 g | 46.8% | Top 30% | High |
Tryptophan | 327 mg | |||
Threonine | 888 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 1144.9 mg | |||
Leucine | 2260.1 mg | |||
Lysine | 2139.3 mg | |||
Methionine | 568.9 mg | |||
Cystine | 132 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 1239.9 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 1123.1 mg | |||
Valine | 1481.9 mg | |||
Arginine | 880.9 mg | |||
Histidine | 829 mg | |||
Alanine | 675 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 1600.1 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 5555.8 mg | |||
Glycine | 440 mg | |||
Proline | 2594 mg | |||
Serine | 1299 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 30 g | 46.2% | Top 10% | Very High |
Saturated Fat | 19.1 g | 95.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
Monounsaturated Fat | 8.7 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | |||
Total Trans Fatty Acids | 0 g | |||
Total Omega 3 Fatty Acids | 230 mg | |||
Total Omega 6 Fatty Acids | 431 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Water | 41.8 g | |||
Ash | 3.7 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 368 Calories from Fat 264
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 30 g 46.2%
Saturated Fat 19.1 g 95.6%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 96 mg 32%
Sodium 627.9 mg 26.2%
Total Carbohydrates 1.12 g 0.4%
Dietary Fiber 0 g
Sugars 1.1 g
Protein 23.4 g 46.8%
Vitamin A 20.2% Vitamin C
Calcium 71.7% Iron 2.3%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per 100g | Calories 373
Protein 24.5 g | Carbs 0.68 g | Fat 30.3 g
Per 100g | Calories 105
Protein 15.7 g | Carbs 7.7 g | Fat 1 g
Per 100g | Calories 86
Protein 11.8 g | Carbs 3.7 g | Fat 2.5 g
Per 100g | Calories 72
Protein 12.4 g | Carbs 2.72 g | Fat 1 g