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Sargento Sharp cheddar jack Calories, Macros & Key Nutrients

Sargento Sharp cheddar jack contains 381 kcal per 100g, with 23.8g of protein, 0.0g of carbohydrates, and 33.3g of fat. A good source of protein, with 23.8g per 100g.

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Nutritional Overview

Sargento Sharp cheddar jack is a dairy or egg-based product that forms a staple part of many diets. Per 100g serving, it provides 381 kcal of energy, 23.8g of protein, 0.0g of carbohydrates, and 33.3g of fat.

It is a good source of protein, providing 23.8g per 100g (around 25% of its energy), approximately 48% 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 33.3g per 100g (21.4g 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. 381 kcal per 100g is the real number behind Sargento Sharp cheddar jack. Our nutrition calculator handles the running total from there.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in Sargento Sharp cheddar jack?

Sargento Sharp cheddar jack contains 381 kcal per 100g, which is approximately 19% of the recommended daily intake of 2,000 kcal for an average adult.

Is Sargento Sharp cheddar jack high in protein?

Yes, Sargento Sharp cheddar jack provides 23.8g of protein per 100g (around 25% 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 Sargento Sharp cheddar jack provides 48% of this.

Is Sargento Sharp cheddar jack high in fat?

Yes, according to FSA traffic-light guidelines, Sargento Sharp cheddar jack is classified as high in fat with 33.3g per 100g (the threshold is 17.5g). Of this, 21.4g is saturated fat.

Is Sargento Sharp cheddar jack low in sugar?

Yes, Sargento Sharp cheddar jack has only 0.0g of sugar per 100g, meeting the UK/EU "low sugar" nutrition-claim threshold.

Is Sargento Sharp cheddar jack high in salt?

Sargento Sharp cheddar jack contains 1.52g 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 25% 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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