Cheese, muenster
FDC ID: 171245
At a glance
Cheese, muenster is a high-calorie food in the Dairy and Egg Products category, providing 368 kcal per 100g. Each 100g supplies 23.4g of protein, 30.0g of fat, 1.1g of carbohydrates. It is an especially good source of vitamin b12 (61% of the Daily Value), calcium (55% of the Daily Value), protein (47% of the Daily Value). All values are per 100g and based on USDA FoodData Central public-domain data.
Energy
368
kcal
Protein
23.4
g
Total Fat
30.0
g
Total Carbohydrate
1.1
g
Dietary Fiber
0
g
Nutrition profile of Cheese, muenster
Cheese, muenster provides about 368 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 61%is essential for red blood cell formation and nerve function
- Calcium 55%is the main mineral in bones and teeth and aids muscle and nerve function
- Protein 47%builds and repairs muscle, organs, enzymes and hormones
- Phosphorus 37%builds bones and teeth and supports energy storage and use
※ % daily value is per 100g against adult reference intakes.
Who it suits
- ✓people on plant-based diets or concerned about anemia
- ✓people focused on bone health, growing children and older adults
- ✓people building muscle or aiming to preserve muscle mass with age
- ✓people focused on eye, skin and mucosal health
Things to keep in mind
- !Sodium is high — about 1.6g 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 | 368 kcal | 104 kcal |
| Protein | 23.4 g | 6.6 g |
| Fat | 30.0 g | 8.5 g |
| Carbs | 1.1 g | 0.3 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 | 368 kcal | 18.4% | |
| Water | 41.77 g | — | |
| Protein | 23.41 g | 46.8% | |
| Cholesterol | 96 mg | 32.0% | |
| Total Fat | 30.04 g | 38.5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1.12 g | 0.4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0 g | 0.0% | |
| Sodium | 628 mg | 27.3% | |
| Potassium | 134 mg | 2.9% | |
| Calcium | 717 mg | 55.2% | |
| Magnesium | 27 mg | 6.4% | |
| Phosphorus | 468 mg | 37.4% | |
| Iron | 0.41 mg | 2.3% | |
| Zinc | 2.81 mg | 25.5% | |
| Copper | 0.03 mg | 3.4% | |
| Manganese | 0.01 mg | 0.3% | |
| Selenium | 14.50 μg | 26.4% | |
| Retinol | 297 μg | — | |
| Vitamin A | 298 μgRAE | 33.1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.60 μg | 3.0% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.26 mg | 1.7% | |
| Thiamin | 0.01 mg | 1.1% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.32 mg | 24.6% | |
| Niacin | 0.10 mg | 0.6% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.06 mg | 3.3% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.47 μg | 61.3% | |
| Folate | 12 μg | 3.0% | |
| Pantothenic Acid | 0 mg | 0.0% | |
| Vitamin C | 2.50 mg | 2.8% |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories are in Cheese, muenster per 100g?
Cheese, muenster has 368 kcal (calories) per 100g.
What are the macros in Cheese, muenster?
Per 100g, Cheese, muenster provides 23.4g protein, 30.0g fat, 1.1g carbohydrates.
Is Cheese, muenster high in protein?
Yes — Cheese, muenster provides 23.4g of protein per 100g, which makes it a practical protein source.
What vitamins and minerals does Cheese, muenster provide?
Per 100g, Cheese, muenster is a notable source of Vitamin B12 (about 61% of the Daily Value), Calcium (about 55% of the Daily Value), Protein (about 47% of the Daily Value).
Is Cheese, muenster high in sodium?
Cheese, muenster contains 628mg 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, muenster?
These per-100g values come from USDA FoodData Central (public domain).
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Data Source
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