Cheese, brie
FDC ID: 172177
At a glance
Cheese, brie is a high-calorie food in the Dairy and Egg Products category, providing 334 kcal per 100g. Each 100g supplies 20.8g of protein, 27.7g of fat, 0.5g of carbohydrates. It is an especially good source of vitamin b12 (69% of the Daily Value), protein (42% of the Daily Value), riboflavin (40% of the Daily Value). All values are per 100g and based on USDA FoodData Central public-domain data.
Energy
334
kcal
Protein
20.8
g
Total Fat
27.7
g
Total Carbohydrate
0.5
g
Dietary Fiber
0
g
Nutrition profile of Cheese, brie
Cheese, brie provides about 334 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 69%is essential for red blood cell formation and nerve function
- Protein 42%builds and repairs muscle, organs, enzymes and hormones
- Riboflavin 40%supports fat and carbohydrate metabolism and skin/mucosal health
- Selenium 26%is part of antioxidant enzymes that protect cells from oxidation
※ % 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 skin and mucosal condition
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 | 334 kcal | 95 kcal |
| Protein | 20.8 g | 5.9 g |
| Fat | 27.7 g | 7.8 g |
| Carbs | 0.5 g | 0.1 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 | 334 kcal | 16.7% | |
| Water | 48.42 g | — | |
| Protein | 20.75 g | 41.5% | |
| Cholesterol | 100 mg | 33.3% | |
| Total Fat | 27.68 g | 35.5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 0.45 g | 0.2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0 g | 0.0% | |
| Sodium | 629 mg | 27.3% | |
| Potassium | 152 mg | 3.2% | |
| Calcium | 184 mg | 14.2% | |
| Magnesium | 20 mg | 4.8% | |
| Phosphorus | 188 mg | 15.0% | |
| Iron | 0.50 mg | 2.8% | |
| Zinc | 2.38 mg | 21.6% | |
| Copper | 0.02 mg | 2.1% | |
| Manganese | 0.03 mg | 1.5% | |
| Selenium | 14.50 μg | 26.4% | |
| Retinol | 173 μg | — | |
| Vitamin A | 174 μgRAE | 19.3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.50 μg | 2.5% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.24 mg | 1.6% | |
| Thiamin | 0.07 mg | 5.8% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.52 mg | 40.0% | |
| Niacin | 0.38 mg | 2.4% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.23 mg | 13.8% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.65 μg | 68.8% | |
| Folate | 65 μg | 16.3% | |
| Pantothenic Acid | 0 mg | 0.0% | |
| Vitamin C | 2.30 mg | 2.6% |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories does 100g of Cheese, brie have?
Cheese, brie has 334 kcal (calories) per 100g.
How much protein, fat, and carbs are in Cheese, brie?
Per 100g, Cheese, brie provides 20.8g protein, 27.7g fat, 0.5g carbohydrates.
Is Cheese, brie a good source of protein?
Yes — Cheese, brie provides 20.8g of protein per 100g, which makes it a practical protein source.
What nutrients is Cheese, brie high in?
Per 100g, Cheese, brie is a notable source of Vitamin B12 (about 69% of the Daily Value), Protein (about 42% of the Daily Value), Riboflavin (about 40% of the Daily Value).
Is Cheese, brie high in sodium?
Cheese, brie contains 629mg 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, brie?
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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