Cheese, gjetost
FDC ID: 171240
At a glance
Cheese, gjetost is a high-calorie food in the Dairy and Egg Products category, providing 466 kcal per 100g. Each 100g supplies 9.7g of protein, 29.5g of fat, 42.6g of carbohydrates. It is an especially good source of riboflavin (106% of the Daily Value), vitamin b12 (101% of the Daily Value), total fat (38% of the Daily Value). All values are per 100g and based on USDA FoodData Central public-domain data.
Energy
466
kcal
Protein
9.7
g
Total Fat
29.5
g
Total Carbohydrate
42.6
g
Dietary Fiber
0
g
Nutrition profile of Cheese, gjetost
Cheese, gjetost provides about 466 kcal per 100g, a high energy density. Nutritionally it is high in fat.
Key nutrients and what they do
- Riboflavin 106%supports fat and carbohydrate metabolism and skin/mucosal health
- Vitamin B12 101%is essential for red blood cell formation and nerve function
- Vitamin A 37%maintains vision, skin and mucous membranes and acts as an antioxidant
- Phosphorus 36%builds bones and teeth and supports energy storage and use
※ % daily value is per 100g against adult reference intakes.
Who it suits
- ✓people focused on skin and mucosal condition
- ✓people on plant-based diets or concerned about anemia
- ✓people focused on eye, skin and mucosal health
- ✓people focused on bone health, growing children and older adults
Things to keep in mind
- !Sodium is high — about 1.5g 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 | 466 kcal | 132 kcal |
| Protein | 9.7 g | 2.7 g |
| Fat | 29.5 g | 8.4 g |
| Carbs | 42.6 g | 12.1 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 | 466 kcal | 23.3% | |
| Water | 13.44 g | — | |
| Protein | 9.65 g | 19.3% | |
| Cholesterol | 94 mg | 31.3% | |
| Total Fat | 29.51 g | 37.8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.65 g | 15.5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0 g | 0.0% | |
| Sodium | 600 mg | 26.1% | |
| Potassium | 1409 mg | 30.0% | |
| Calcium | 400 mg | 30.8% | |
| Magnesium | 70 mg | 16.7% | |
| Phosphorus | 444 mg | 35.5% | |
| Iron | 0.52 mg | 2.9% | |
| Zinc | 1.14 mg | 10.4% | |
| Copper | 0.08 mg | 8.9% | |
| Manganese | 0.04 mg | 1.7% | |
| Selenium | 14.50 μg | 26.4% | |
| Retinol | 334 μg | — | |
| Vitamin A | 334 μgRAE | 37.1% | |
| Thiamin | 0.32 mg | 26.3% | |
| Riboflavin | 1.38 mg | 106.3% | |
| Niacin | 0.81 mg | 5.1% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.27 mg | 15.9% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.42 μg | 100.8% | |
| Folate | 5 μg | 1.3% | |
| Pantothenic Acid | 0 mg | 0.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories does 100g of Cheese, gjetost have?
Cheese, gjetost has 466 kcal (calories) per 100g.
How much protein, fat, and carbs are in Cheese, gjetost?
Per 100g, Cheese, gjetost provides 9.7g protein, 29.5g fat, 42.6g carbohydrates.
What nutrients is Cheese, gjetost high in?
Per 100g, Cheese, gjetost is a notable source of Riboflavin (about 106% of the Daily Value), Vitamin B12 (about 101% of the Daily Value), Total Fat (about 38% of the Daily Value).
Is Cheese, gjetost high in sodium?
Cheese, gjetost contains 600mg 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, gjetost?
These per-100g values come from USDA FoodData Central (public domain).
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Data Source
This data is sourced from USDA FoodData Central (Public Domain).
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