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Leerdammer Grated Cheese: Full Macro & Calorie Guide

Leerdammer Grated Cheese contains 360 kcal per 100g, with 27.0g of protein, 1.7g of carbohydrates, and 28.0g of fat. A good source of protein, with 27.0g per 100g.

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Nutritional Overview

Leerdammer Grated Cheese is a dairy or egg-based product that forms a staple part of many diets. Per 100g serving, it provides 360 kcal of energy, 27.0g of protein, 1.7g of carbohydrates, and 28.0g of fat.

It is a good source of protein, providing 27.0g per 100g (around 30% of its energy), approximately 54% 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 28.0g per 100g (19.0g 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. A 100g portion of Leerdammer Grated Cheese is 360 kcal. Our calorie lookup tracks it alongside everything else you eat.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in Leerdammer Grated Cheese?

Leerdammer Grated Cheese contains 360 kcal per 100g, which is approximately 18% of the recommended daily intake of 2,000 kcal for an average adult.

Is Leerdammer Grated Cheese high in protein?

Yes, Leerdammer Grated Cheese provides 27.0g of protein per 100g (around 30% 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 Leerdammer Grated Cheese provides 54% of this.

Is Leerdammer Grated Cheese high in fat?

Yes, according to FSA traffic-light guidelines, Leerdammer Grated Cheese is classified as high in fat with 28.0g per 100g (the threshold is 17.5g). Of this, 19.0g is saturated fat.

Is Leerdammer Grated Cheese high in salt?

Leerdammer Grated Cheese contains 2.52g 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 42% of this.

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. Scientific Advisory Committee on Nutrition (SACN) — UK government dietary recommendations and nutrient reference values
  5. World Health Organization (WHO) Nutrition — global dietary guidelines and public health nutrition
  6. Food Standards Agency (FSA) — UK food labelling regulations and traffic-light nutrition guidelines

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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