MRE - Cheese Spread has a high-calorie, low-carb, very high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Vitamin A and Vitamin C.
The food contains 2.35g 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 11.76 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 very high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight.
It is also rich in Vitamin C, whose benefits include, but are not limited to protection against immune system deficiencies, cardiovascular disease, prenatal health problems, eye disease, and even skin wrinkling.
It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet.
Based on the composite nutritive standing MRE - Cheese Spread has been given a composite ranking of 3, and sparingly.
Calories from Protein | 11% | |
Calories from Fat | 86% | |
Calories from Carbs | 2% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Vitamin A | 7054.8 IU | 141.1% | Top 10% | Very High |
Vitamin C | 98.8 mg | 164.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 352.7 mg | 35.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Iron | 0 mg | |||
Sodium | 705.5 mg | 29.4% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 2.35 g | 0.8% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Dietary Fiber | 0 g | |||
Sugars | 0 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 11.8 g | 23.5% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Fat | 40 g | 61.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Saturated Fat | 23.5 g | 117.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 180 Calories from Fat 160
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 17 g 26.2%
Saturated Fat 10 g 50%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 50 mg 16.7%
Sodium 300 mg 12.5%
Total Carbohydrates 1 g 0.3%
Dietary Fiber 0 g
Sugars 0 g
Protein 5 g 10%
Vitamin A 60% Vitamin C 70%
Calcium 15% Iron
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per 100g | Calories 317
Protein 17.6 g | Carbs 7.1 g | Fat 24.7 g
Per 100g | Calories 317
Protein 7.9 g | Carbs 4 g | Fat 27.8 g
Per 100g | Calories 424
Protein 11.8 g | Carbs 0 g | Fat 40 g
Per 100g | Calories 286
Protein 17.9 g | Carbs 3.6 g | Fat 25 g
Per 100g | Calories 350
Protein 2.5 g | Carbs 70 g | Fat 7.5 g
Per 100g | Calories 106
Protein 6.3 g | Carbs 19.7 g | Fat 0.7 g
Per 100g | Calories 424
Protein 11.8 g | Carbs 0 g | Fat 40 g
Per 100g | Calories 270
Protein 4 g | Carbs 47 g | Fat 8 g