Cheese, fontina
FDC ID: 170843
At a glance
Cheese, fontina is a high-calorie food in the Dairy and Egg Products category, providing 389 kcal per 100g. Each 100g supplies 25.6g of protein, 31.1g of fat, 1.6g of carbohydrates. It is an especially good source of vitamin b12 (70% of the Daily Value), protein (51% of the Daily Value), calcium (42% of the Daily Value). All values are per 100g and based on USDA FoodData Central public-domain data.
Energy
389
kcal
Protein
25.6
g
Total Fat
31.1
g
Total Carbohydrate
1.6
g
Dietary Fiber
0
g
Nutrition profile of Cheese, fontina
Cheese, fontina provides about 389 kcal per 100g, a high energy density. Nutritionally it is high in protein, high in fat, low in carbohydrates.
Key nutrients and what they do
- Vitamin B12 70%is essential for red blood cell formation and nerve function
- Protein 51%builds and repairs muscle, organs, enzymes and hormones
- Calcium 42%is the main mineral in bones and teeth and aids muscle and nerve function
- Zinc 32%supports taste, immune function, protein synthesis and cell turnover
※ % daily value is per 100g against adult reference intakes.
Who it suits
- ✓people on plant-based diets or concerned about anemia
- ✓people building muscle or aiming to preserve muscle mass with age
- ✓people focused on bone health, growing children and older adults
- ✓people focused on taste, skin/hair condition and immunity
Things to keep in mind
- !Sodium is high — about 2g of salt equivalent per 100g. Watch portions if you are reducing salt.
- !Energy density is high, so portion size matters for balance.
This overview is general information based on public nutrition data and is not intended for diagnosis or treatment. Disclaimer
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Nutrition by Serving Size
| Nutrient | Per 100g | 1 oz (28g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 389 kcal | 110 kcal |
| Protein | 25.6 g | 7.3 g |
| Fat | 31.1 g | 8.8 g |
| Carbs | 1.6 g | 0.4 g |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0 g |
Serving values are converted from the per-100g data (1 oz = 28.35g). Actual portion weights vary.
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Full Nutrition Facts(per 100g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy | 389 kcal | 19.5% | |
| Water | 37.92 g | — | |
| Protein | 25.60 g | 51.2% | |
| Cholesterol | 116 mg | 38.7% | |
| Total Fat | 31.14 g | 39.9% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1.55 g | 0.6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0 g | 0.0% | |
| Sodium | 800 mg | 34.8% | |
| Potassium | 64 mg | 1.4% | |
| Calcium | 550 mg | 42.3% | |
| Magnesium | 14 mg | 3.3% | |
| Phosphorus | 346 mg | 27.7% | |
| Iron | 0.23 mg | 1.3% | |
| Zinc | 3.50 mg | 31.8% | |
| Copper | 0.03 mg | 2.8% | |
| Manganese | 0.01 mg | 0.6% | |
| Selenium | 14.50 μg | 26.4% | |
| Retinol | 258 μg | — | |
| Vitamin A | 261 μgRAE | 29.0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.60 μg | 3.0% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.27 mg | 1.8% | |
| Thiamin | 0.02 mg | 1.8% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.20 mg | 15.7% | |
| Niacin | 0.15 mg | 0.9% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.08 mg | 4.9% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.68 μg | 70.0% | |
| Folate | 6 μg | 1.5% | |
| Pantothenic Acid | 0 mg | 0.0% | |
| Vitamin C | 2.60 mg | 2.9% |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories does 100g of Cheese, fontina have?
Cheese, fontina has 389 kcal (calories) per 100g.
How much protein, fat, and carbs are in Cheese, fontina?
Per 100g, Cheese, fontina provides 25.6g protein, 31.1g fat, 1.6g carbohydrates.
Is Cheese, fontina a good source of protein?
Yes — Cheese, fontina provides 25.6g of protein per 100g, which makes it a practical protein source.
What nutrients is Cheese, fontina high in?
Per 100g, Cheese, fontina is a notable source of Vitamin B12 (about 70% of the Daily Value), Protein (about 51% of the Daily Value), Calcium (about 42% of the Daily Value).
Is Cheese, fontina high in sodium?
Cheese, fontina contains 800mg of sodium per 100g. The FDA Daily Value for sodium is 2,300mg, so portion size matters if you are watching salt intake.
What is the source of this nutrition data for Cheese, fontina?
These per-100g values come from USDA FoodData Central (public domain).
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Data Source
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