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How Many Calories in Rertagni Mozzarella di Bufala Campana DOP?

Rertagni Mozzarella di Bufala Campana DOP contains 279 kcal per 100g, with 15.0g of protein, 0.8g of carbohydrates, and 24.0g of fat. It is high in protein.

  • Brand: Rertagni
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Nutritional Overview

Rertagni Mozzarella di Bufala Campana DOP is a dairy or egg-based product that forms a staple part of many diets. Per 100g serving, it provides 279 kcal of energy, 15.0g of protein, 0.8g of carbohydrates, and 24.0g of fat.

It is a good source of protein, providing 15.0g per 100g (around 22% of its energy), approximately 30% 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 24.0g per 100g (17.8g 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 0.8g 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. Once Rertagni Mozzarella di Bufala Campana DOP's real 279 kcal per 100g is logged, our UK food calorie calculator handles the running total automatically.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in Rertagni Mozzarella di Bufala Campana DOP?

Rertagni Mozzarella di Bufala Campana DOP contains 279 kcal per 100g, which is approximately 14% of the recommended daily intake of 2,000 kcal for an average adult.

Is Rertagni Mozzarella di Bufala Campana DOP high in protein?

Yes, Rertagni Mozzarella di Bufala Campana DOP provides 15.0g of protein per 100g (around 22% 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 Rertagni Mozzarella di Bufala Campana DOP provides 30% of this.

Is Rertagni Mozzarella di Bufala Campana DOP high in fat?

Yes, according to FSA traffic-light guidelines, Rertagni Mozzarella di Bufala Campana DOP is classified as high in fat with 24.0g per 100g (the threshold is 17.5g). Of this, 17.8g is saturated fat.

Is Rertagni Mozzarella di Bufala Campana DOP low in sugar?

Yes, Rertagni Mozzarella di Bufala Campana DOP has only 0.8g of sugar per 100g, meeting the UK/EU "low sugar" nutrition-claim threshold.

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. British Heart Foundation — heart-healthy eating advice and dietary guidance

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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