Low-fat American Cheese
Low-fat American cheese provides a high protein content, supporting muscle maintenance and growth. It offers a moderate calorie level while being rich in calcium and phosphorus, key minerals for bone health. With a controlled amount of saturated fat, it fits well within balanced dietary choices. Additionally, it delivers important vitamins such as B12 and vitamin A, contributing to overall nutritional quality despite its elevated sodium level.
Macronutrient distribution
A Serving (21 g) of Low-fat American Cheese contains 38 calories, 5.2 g of protein, 0.74 g of carbohydrates, and 1.5 g of fat.
- Protein
- 5.2 g56%
- Carbs
- 0.7 g8%
- Fat
- 1.5 g36%
of calories
Calorie Burn
How long would it take to burn off 38 calories?
- Walking3.5 mph, moderate pace7 min
- YogaModerate effort, gentle pace10 min
- SwimmingFreestyle, moderate effort5 min
- Biking12–14 mph, moderate effort4 min
- StairsStair climbing, moderate pace5 min
- Running5 mph (12 min/mile)3 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
- Carbohydrates0.74 / 313 g(0%)
- Total Sugars0.12 g
Fats
- Total Fat1.5 / 83 g(2%)
- Saturated Fat0.93 / 25 g(4%)
- Monounsaturated Fat0.42 g
- Polyunsaturated Fat0.05 g
- Cholesterol7.4 / 300 mg(2%)
- Omega-30.02 g
- Omega-60.03 g
- Omega-90.35 g
- Oleic Acid0.35 g
- Capric Acid0.03 g
- Lauric Acid0.02 g
- Stearic Acid0.18 g
- Caprylic Acid0.02 g
- Linoleic Acid0.03 g
- Myristic Acid0.15 g
- Palmitic Acid0.43 g
- Alpha-Linolenic Acid (ALA)0.02 g
Protein
- Protein5.2 / 56 g(9%)
Amino Acids
- Lysine0.43 g
- Serine0.25 g
- Valine0.34 g
- Alanine0.23 g
- Cysteine0.05 g
- Proline0.45 g
- Arginine0.25 g
- Histidine0.12 g
- Threonine0.21 g
- Isoleucine0.26 g
- Methionine0.11 g
- Tryptophan0.07 g
- Glutamic Acid0.9 g
- Aspartic Acid0.5 g
- Phenylalanine0.18 g
- Glycine0.15 g
- Leucine0.45 g
- Tyrosine0.2 g
Vitamins
- Vitamin A12 / 900 ug(1%)
- Vitamin D0.02 / 15 ug(0%)
- Vitamin E0.06 / 15 mg(0%)
- Vitamin K0.57 / 120 ug(0%)
- Vitamin B60.02 / 1.3 mg(1%)
- Vitamin B120.16 / 2.4 ug(7%)
- Thiamin (B1)0.01 / 1.2 mg(1%)
- Riboflavin (B2)0.08 / 1.3 mg(6%)
- Niacin (B3)0.02 / 16 mg(0%)
- Folate1.9 / 400 ug(0%)
- Choline7.6 / 550 mg(1%)
Minerals
- Calcium143.6 / 1,000 mg(14%)
- Iron0.09 / 8 mg(1%)
- Magnesium5 / 420 mg(1%)
- Phosphorus173.7 / 700 mg(25%)
- Potassium37.8 / 3,400 mg(1%)
- Sodium375.9 / 2,300 mg(16%)
- Zinc0.7 / 11 mg(6%)
- Copper0.01 / 0.9 mg(1%)
- Selenium3.5 / 55 ug(6%)
Other
- Water12.4 / 3,700 g(0%)
Sources
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