Cheese, colby
FDC ID: 173416
At a glance
Cheese, colby is a high-calorie food in the Dairy and Egg Products category, providing 394 kcal per 100g. Each 100g supplies 23.8g of protein, 32.1g of fat, 2.6g of carbohydrates. It is an especially good source of calcium (53% of the Daily Value), protein (48% of the Daily Value), total fat (41% of the Daily Value). All values are per 100g and based on USDA FoodData Central public-domain data.
Energy
394
kcal
Protein
23.8
g
Total Fat
32.1
g
Total Carbohydrate
2.6
g
Dietary Fiber
0
g
Nutrition profile of Cheese, colby
Cheese, colby provides about 394 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
- Calcium 53%is the main mineral in bones and teeth and aids muscle and nerve function
- Protein 48%builds and repairs muscle, organs, enzymes and hormones
- Phosphorus 37%builds bones and teeth and supports energy storage and use
- Vitamin B12 35%is essential for red blood cell formation and nerve function
※ % daily value is per 100g against adult reference intakes.
Who it suits
- ✓people focused on bone health, growing children and older adults
- ✓people building muscle or aiming to preserve muscle mass with age
- ✓people on plant-based diets or concerned about anemia
- ✓people focused on eye, skin and mucosal health
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 | 394 kcal | 112 kcal |
| Protein | 23.8 g | 6.7 g |
| Fat | 32.1 g | 9.1 g |
| Carbs | 2.6 g | 0.7 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 | 394 kcal | 19.7% | |
| Water | 38.20 g | — | |
| Protein | 23.76 g | 47.5% | |
| Cholesterol | 95 mg | 31.7% | |
| Total Fat | 32.11 g | 41.2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 2.57 g | 0.9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0 g | 0.0% | |
| Sodium | 604 mg | 26.3% | |
| Potassium | 127 mg | 2.7% | |
| Calcium | 685 mg | 52.7% | |
| Magnesium | 26 mg | 6.2% | |
| Phosphorus | 457 mg | 36.6% | |
| Iron | 0.76 mg | 4.2% | |
| Zinc | 3.07 mg | 27.9% | |
| Copper | 0.04 mg | 4.7% | |
| Manganese | 0.01 mg | 0.5% | |
| Selenium | 14.50 μg | 26.4% | |
| Retinol | 257 μg | — | |
| Vitamin A | 264 μgRAE | 29.3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.60 μg | 3.0% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.28 mg | 1.9% | |
| Thiamin | 0.01 mg | 1.3% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.38 mg | 28.8% | |
| Niacin | 0.09 mg | 0.6% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.08 mg | 4.6% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.83 μg | 34.6% | |
| Folate | 18 μg | 4.5% | |
| Pantothenic Acid | 0 mg | 0.0% | |
| Vitamin C | 2.70 mg | 3.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories are in Cheese, colby per 100g?
Cheese, colby has 394 kcal (calories) per 100g.
What are the macros in Cheese, colby?
Per 100g, Cheese, colby provides 23.8g protein, 32.1g fat, 2.6g carbohydrates.
Is Cheese, colby high in protein?
Yes — Cheese, colby provides 23.8g of protein per 100g, which makes it a practical protein source.
What vitamins and minerals does Cheese, colby provide?
Per 100g, Cheese, colby is a notable source of Calcium (about 53% of the Daily Value), Protein (about 48% of the Daily Value), Total Fat (about 41% of the Daily Value).
Is Cheese, colby high in sodium?
Cheese, colby contains 604mg 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, colby?
These per-100g values come from USDA FoodData Central (public domain).
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Data Source
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