Cheese, edam
FDC ID: 173419
At a glance
Cheese, edam is a high-calorie food in the Dairy and Egg Products category, providing 357 kcal per 100g. Each 100g supplies 25.0g of protein, 28.6g of fat, 1.4g of carbohydrates. It is an especially good source of vitamin b12 (64% of the Daily Value), calcium (56% of the Daily Value), protein (50% of the Daily Value). All values are per 100g and based on USDA FoodData Central public-domain data.
Energy
357
kcal
Protein
25.0
g
Total Fat
28.6
g
Total Carbohydrate
1.4
g
Dietary Fiber
0
g
Nutrition profile of Cheese, edam
Cheese, edam provides about 357 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 64%is essential for red blood cell formation and nerve function
- Calcium 56%is the main mineral in bones and teeth and aids muscle and nerve function
- Protein 50%builds and repairs muscle, organs, enzymes and hormones
- Phosphorus 43%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 taste, skin/hair condition and immunity
Things to keep in mind
- !Sodium is high — about 2.5g 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 | 357 kcal | 101 kcal |
| Protein | 25.0 g | 7.1 g |
| Fat | 28.6 g | 8.1 g |
| Carbs | 1.4 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 | 357 kcal | 17.9% | |
| Water | 41 g | — | |
| Protein | 24.99 g | 50.0% | |
| Cholesterol | 89 mg | 29.7% | |
| Total Fat | 28.57 g | 36.6% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1.43 g | 0.5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0 g | 0.0% | |
| Sodium | 973 mg | 42.3% | |
| Potassium | 188 mg | 4.0% | |
| Calcium | 731 mg | 56.2% | |
| Magnesium | 30 mg | 7.1% | |
| Phosphorus | 536 mg | 42.9% | |
| Iron | 0.44 mg | 2.4% | |
| Zinc | 3.75 mg | 34.1% | |
| Copper | 0.04 mg | 4.0% | |
| Manganese | 0.01 mg | 0.5% | |
| Selenium | 14.50 μg | 26.4% | |
| Retinol | 242 μg | — | |
| Vitamin A | 243 μgRAE | 27.0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.50 μg | 2.5% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.24 mg | 1.6% | |
| Thiamin | 0.04 mg | 3.1% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.39 mg | 29.9% | |
| Niacin | 0.08 mg | 0.5% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.08 mg | 4.5% | |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.54 μg | 64.2% | |
| Folate | 16 μg | 4.0% | |
| Pantothenic Acid | 0 mg | 0.0% | |
| Vitamin C | 2.30 mg | 2.6% |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories does 100g of Cheese, edam have?
Cheese, edam has 357 kcal (calories) per 100g.
How much protein, fat, and carbs are in Cheese, edam?
Per 100g, Cheese, edam provides 25.0g protein, 28.6g fat, 1.4g carbohydrates.
Is Cheese, edam a good source of protein?
Yes — Cheese, edam provides 25.0g of protein per 100g, which makes it a practical protein source.
What nutrients is Cheese, edam high in?
Per 100g, Cheese, edam is a notable source of Vitamin B12 (about 64% of the Daily Value), Calcium (about 56% of the Daily Value), Protein (about 50% of the Daily Value).
Is Cheese, edam high in sodium?
Cheese, edam contains 973mg 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, edam?
These per-100g values come from USDA FoodData Central (public domain).
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Data Source
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