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Dunnes Stores Irish medium red cheddar slices Calories, Macros & Key Nutrients

Dunnes Stores Irish medium red cheddar slices contains 390 kcal per 100g, with 26.0g of protein, 0.5g of carbohydrates, and 32.0g of fat. It is high in protein.

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Nutritional Overview

Dunnes Stores Irish medium red cheddar slices is a dairy or egg-based product that forms a staple part of many diets. Per 100g serving, it provides 390 kcal of energy, 26.0g of protein, 0.5g of carbohydrates, and 32.0g of fat.

It is a good source of protein, providing 26.0g per 100g (around 27% of its energy), approximately 52% of the UK Reference Nutrient Intake of 50g per day. Under UK/EU nutrition-claim rules, that meets the "high protein" threshold of at least 20% of energy from protein. Protein plays a key role in muscle repair, immune function, and keeping you feeling full for longer.

Under UK FSA traffic-light labelling, this food is classified as high in fat with 32.0g per 100g (20.0g of which is saturated). The NHS recommends that fat makes up no more than 35% of daily energy intake. Portion awareness is advisable when including it regularly.

With only 0.0g of sugar per 100g, it meets the UK/EU "low sugar" nutrition-claim threshold. This makes it a suitable choice for those reducing their sugar intake as part of a balanced diet. Rather than guess, the real number for Dunnes Stores Irish medium red cheddar slices is 390 kcal per 100g. Our full english calories calculator keeps that logged accurately alongside everything else.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in Dunnes Stores Irish medium red cheddar slices?

Dunnes Stores Irish medium red cheddar slices contains 390 kcal per 100g, which is approximately 20% of the recommended daily intake of 2,000 kcal for an average adult.

Is Dunnes Stores Irish medium red cheddar slices high in protein?

Yes, Dunnes Stores Irish medium red cheddar slices provides 26.0g of protein per 100g (around 27% of its energy), meeting the UK/EU "high protein" nutrition-claim threshold of at least 20% of energy from protein. The UK Reference Nutrient Intake for protein is around 50g per day for adults. A 100g serving of Dunnes Stores Irish medium red cheddar slices provides 52% of this.

Is Dunnes Stores Irish medium red cheddar slices high in fat?

Yes, according to FSA traffic-light guidelines, Dunnes Stores Irish medium red cheddar slices is classified as high in fat with 32.0g per 100g (the threshold is 17.5g). Of this, 20.0g is saturated fat.

Is Dunnes Stores Irish medium red cheddar slices low in sugar?

Yes, Dunnes Stores Irish medium red cheddar slices has only 0.0g of sugar per 100g, meeting the UK/EU "low sugar" nutrition-claim threshold.

Is Dunnes Stores Irish medium red cheddar slices high in salt?

Dunnes Stores Irish medium red cheddar slices contains 1.80g of salt per 100g, which the FSA classifies as high (above 1.5g per 100g). The recommended daily maximum for adults is 6g. A 100g serving provides 30% of this.

Sources & References

Data source for this food

  1. Open Food Facts — manufacturer's official product page

General nutrition references

  1. British Nutrition Foundation — UK nutrition science and education
  2. USDA FoodData Central — US Department of Agriculture food composition database
  3. NHS Eat Well — UK National Health Service dietary guidance
  4. Scientific Advisory Committee on Nutrition (SACN) — UK government dietary recommendations and nutrient reference values

Nutritional values are per 100g unless otherwise stated and are provided for general information only. Not a substitute for professional dietary or medical advice. If you have a health condition, allergy, or are pregnant, consult a qualified healthcare professional. Values may vary depending on brand, preparation method, and serving size.

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