American Cheese
American cheese offers a substantial amount of protein to support muscle maintenance. It stands out for its high calcium content, which is important for strong bones. The presence of vitamins A and D contributes to vision health and immune function. This cheese also has a rich fat content, providing a creamy texture and bold flavor.
Macronutrient distribution
A Serving (21 g) of American Cheese contains 77 calories, 3.8 g of protein, 1.1 g of carbohydrates, and 6.4 g of fat.
- Protein
- 3.8 g20%
- Carbs
- 1.1 g5%
- Fat
- 6.4 g75%
of calories
Calorie Burn
How long would it take to burn off 77 calories?
- Walking3.5 mph, moderate pace14 min
- YogaModerate effort, gentle pace20 min
- SwimmingFreestyle, moderate effort10 min
- Biking12–14 mph, moderate effort7 min
- StairsStair climbing, moderate pace10 min
- Running5 mph (12 min/mile)7 min
Estimates for an average adult male (~75 kg / 165 lb), based on activity MET values. Download Leana to calculate calorie burn based on your personal profile.
Nutritional composition
Complete nutrition facts: macronutrients (protein, carbs and fat) and micronutrients (vitamins and minerals).
Values per Serving (21 g)
Carbohydrates
- Carbohydrates1.1 / 313 g(0%)
- Total Sugars0.51 g
Fats
- Total Fat6.4 / 83 g(8%)
- Saturated Fat3.8 / 25 g(15%)
- Trans Fat0.24 g
- Monounsaturated Fat1.6 g
- Polyunsaturated Fat0.25 g
- Cholesterol20.8 / 300 mg(7%)
- Omega-30.04 g
- Omega-60.19 g
- Omega-91.5 g
- Oleic Acid1.4 g
- Capric Acid0.17 g
- Erucic Acid0 g
- Lauric Acid0.18 g
- Stearic Acid0.68 g
- Caprylic Acid0.07 g
- Linoleic Acid0.19 g
- Myristic Acid0.62 g
- Palmitic Acid1.7 g
- Eicosenoic Acid0.05 g
- Arachidonic Acid0.01 g
- Alpha-Linolenic Acid (ALA)0.03 g
- Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA)0 g
- Gamma-Linolenic Acid (GLA)0 g
- Docosapentaenoic Acid (DPA)0 g
- Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA)0 g
- Dihomo-Gamma-Linolenic Acid (DGLA)0.01 g
Protein
- Protein3.8 / 56 g(7%)
Amino Acids
- Lysine0.31 g
- Serine0.21 g
- Valine0.24 g
- Alanine0.24 g
- Cystine0.01 g
- Cysteine0.03 g
- Proline0.31 g
- Arginine0.18 g
- Histidine0.1 g
- Threonine0.15 g
- Isoleucine0.18 g
- Methionine0.08 g
- Tryptophan0.04 g
- Glutamic Acid0.6 g
- Aspartic Acid0.35 g
- Phenylalanine0.15 g
- Glycine0.14 g
- Leucine0.31 g
- Tyrosine0.15 g
Vitamins
- Vitamin A64.9 / 900 ug(7%)
- Vitamin D1.6 / 15 ug(11%)
- Vitamin E0.17 / 15 mg(1%)
- Vitamin K0.71 / 120 ug(1%)
- Vitamin B60.01 / 1.3 mg(1%)
- Vitamin B120.31 / 2.4 ug(13%)
- Thiamin (B1)0 / 1.2 mg(0%)
- Riboflavin (B2)0.05 / 1.3 mg(4%)
- Niacin (B3)0.02 / 16 mg(0%)
- Folate1.7 / 400 ug(0%)
- Pantothenic Acid (B5)0.09 / 5 mg(2%)
- Choline4 / 550 mg(1%)
Minerals
- Calcium199.5 / 1,000 mg(20%)
- Iron0.12 / 8 mg(1%)
- Magnesium5.4 / 420 mg(1%)
- Phosphorus124.1 / 700 mg(18%)
- Potassium29.6 / 3,400 mg(1%)
- Sodium349.7 / 2,300 mg(15%)
- Zinc0.52 / 11 mg(5%)
- Copper0.01 / 0.9 mg(1%)
- Manganese0.01 / 2.3 mg(0%)
- Selenium4.3 / 55 ug(8%)
Other
- Water8.3 / 3,700 g(0%)
Sources
- USDA Foundational FoodsCheese, pasteurized process, American, vitamin D fortified
- USDA Standard Reference, LegacyCheese, pasteurized process, American, fortified with vitamin D
- USDA Standard Reference, LegacyCheese, pasteurized process, American, without added vitamin D
- OpenNutritionOpen-source nutrition database
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