Formaggio - Italian Twisted String Cheese has a average-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron.
The food contains 3.56g 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. Its sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 21.13 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Not only that, the high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight.
It gives a good yield of Iron at 9.49 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. While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a low density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet.
It belongs to Italian cuisine.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Formaggio - Italian Twisted String Cheese has been given a composite ranking of 11, and sparingly.
Calories from Protein | 29% | |
Calories from Fat | 66% | |
Calories from Carbs | 5% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin C | 8.5 mg | 14.1% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 0 mg | |||
Iron | 9.5 mg | 52.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Sodium | 52.9 mg | 2.2% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 3.6 g | 1.2% | Bottom 10% | Very Low |
Dietary Fiber | 0 g | |||
Sugars | 0 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 21.1 g | 42.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 21.1 g | 32.5% | Top 30% | High |
Saturated Fat | 14.1 g | 70.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 80 Calories from Fat 54
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6 g 9.2%
Saturated Fat 4 g 20%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 20 mg 6.7%
Sodium 15 mg 0.6%
Total Carbohydrates 1.01 g 0.3%
Dietary Fiber 0 g
Sugars 0 g
Protein 6 g 12%
Vitamin A Vitamin C 4%
Calcium Iron 14.9%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per 100g | Calories 331
Protein 11.3 g | Carbs 26.1 g | Fat 21.1 g
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Protein 2.4 g | Carbs 17.6 g | Fat 5.9 g
Per 100g | Calories 110
Protein 2.4 g | Carbs 7.1 g | Fat 8.6 g
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Protein 17.2 g | Carbs 14.5 g | Fat 10.6 g
Per 100g | Calories 282
Protein 21.1 g | Carbs 3.6 g | Fat 21.1 g
Per 100g | Calories 282
Protein 17.6 g | Carbs 3.5 g | Fat 21.2 g
Per 100g | Calories 459
Protein 14.1 g | Carbs 3.6 g | Fat 42.4 g
Per 100g | Calories 344
Protein 10.6 g | Carbs 0 g | Fat 31.7 g