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How Many Calories in Giant Eagle American cheese slices?

Giant Eagle American cheese slices contains 316 kcal per 100g, with 15.8g of protein, 10.5g of carbohydrates, and 21.1g of fat.

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Nutritional Overview

Giant Eagle American cheese slices is a dairy or egg-based product that forms a staple part of many diets. Per 100g serving, it provides 316 kcal of energy, 15.8g of protein, 10.5g of carbohydrates, and 21.1g of fat.

Under UK FSA traffic-light labelling, this food is classified as high in fat with 21.1g per 100g (13.2g 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. Every 100g of Giant Eagle American cheese slices adds 316 kcal to your day. Our menu calorie calculator keeps that running total accurate as you go.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in Giant Eagle American cheese slices?

Giant Eagle American cheese slices contains 316 kcal per 100g, which is approximately 16% of the recommended daily intake of 2,000 kcal for an average adult.

Is Giant Eagle American cheese slices high in fat?

Yes, according to FSA traffic-light guidelines, Giant Eagle American cheese slices is classified as high in fat with 21.1g per 100g (the threshold is 17.5g). Of this, 13.2g is saturated fat.

Is Giant Eagle American cheese slices high in salt?

Giant Eagle American cheese slices contains 3.29g 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 55% of this.

Does Giant Eagle American cheese slices contain any allergens?

Yes, Giant Eagle American cheese slices contains the following allergens: dairy. Under UK food labelling regulations, these must be clearly declared. Always check the product label if you have food allergies or intolerances.

Sources & References

Data source for this food

  1. Open Food Facts — product label data (Open Food Facts)

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. European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) — European dietary reference values and food safety science
  5. Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health — The Nutrition Source — evidence-based nutrition research and dietary guidance
  6. 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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