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Blue Cheese

Blue Cheese has a high-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Vitamin B12 and Riboflavin.

The food contains 2.34g 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 21.4 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. 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.

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a very high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is average in Magnesium, which is an essential micronutrient needed to keep muscle and nerve functioning normal and heart beat rhythmic. It also helps to support a healthy immune system, and keeps bones strong. 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 8, for Blue Cheese, and we advise that this food sparingly.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein24%
 Calories from Fat73%
 Calories from Carbs3%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • High in Riboflavin
  • Very high in Calcium
  • High in Vitamin B12

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietHIGH
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A763.1 IU15.3%Top 30%High
Retinol192 mcg
Retinol Activity Equivalent198 mcg
Alpha Carotene0 mcg
Beta Carotene74 mcg
Beta Cryptoxanthin0 mcg
Lycopene0 mcg
Lutein Zeaxanthin0 mcg
Vitamin C0 mg
Vitamin E0.25 mg0.83%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin K2.4 mcg3%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0.03 mg1.9%Bottom 30%Low
Riboflavin0.38 mg22.5%Top 30%High
Niacin1 mg5.1%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60.17 mg8.3%Mid 40%Average
Folate36 mcg9%Top 30%High
Food Folate36 mcg
Folic Acid0 mcg
Dietary Folate Equivalents36 mcg
Vitamin B121.2 mcg20.3%Top 10%Very High
Pantothenic Acid1.7 mg17.3%Top 10%Very High
Choline15.4 mg

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium528.1 mg52.8%Top 10%Very High
Iron0.31 mg1.7%Bottom 30%Low
Magnesium23 mg5.8%Mid 40%Average
Phosphorus386.9 mg38.7%Top 10%Very High
Potassium256 mg7.3%Mid 40%Average
Sodium1395 mg58.1%Top 10%Very High
Zinc2.7 mg17.7%Top 30%High
Copper0.04 mg2%Bottom 30%Low
Manganese0.01 mg0.45%Bottom 10%Very Low
Selenium14.5 mcg20.7%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate2.34 g0.8%Bottom 30%Low
Dietary Fiber0 g
Sugars0.5 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein21.4 g42.8%Top 30%High
Tryptophan312 mg
Threonine785 mg
Isoleucine1124.2 mg
Leucine1919.2 mg
Lysine1851.9 mg
Methionine583.9 mg
Cystine107 mg
Phenylalanine1086.9 mg
Tyrosine1294.8 mg
Valine1556 mg
Arginine711 mg
Histidine758 mg
Alanine644 mg
Aspartic Acid1435.9 mg
Glutamic Acid5178.4 mg
Glycine406 mg
Proline2099.8 mg
Serine1119.8 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat28.7 g44.2%Top 10%Very High
Saturated Fat18.7 g93.3%Top 10%Very High
Monounsaturated Fat7.8 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.8 g
Total Trans Fatty Acids0 g
Total Omega 3 Fatty Acids264 mg
Total Omega 6 Fatty Acids535.9 mg

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Water42.4 g
Ash5.1 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 353 Calories from Fat 253

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 28.7 g 44.2%

Saturated Fat 18.7 g 93.3%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 75 mg 25%

Sodium 1395 mg 58.1%

Total Carbohydrates 2.34 g 0.8%

Dietary Fiber 0 g

Sugars 0.5 g

Protein 21.4 g 42.8%

Vitamin A 15.3% Vitamin C

Calcium 52.8% Iron 1.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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