Low-fat American Cheese

Low-fat American Cheese

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Low-fat American cheese is a processed dairy product that reduces fat content by using skim milk and milk protein concentrates instead of whole milk. While maintaining the mild flavor and smooth melting properties characteristic of traditional American cheese, this version contains approximately 30-50% less fat but often compensates with added sodium and stabilizers. It provides a concentrated source of calcium and protein while appealing to calorie-conscious diets, though its processed nature may concern those prioritizing whole-food ingredients.

Macro Impact

A 1 slice serving contains 38 calories, 5g protein, 1g carbs, and 1g fat.

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size1 slice (21 g)
Amount per serving
Calories38
% Daily Value*
Total Fat1g
2%
Saturated Fat0.9g
5%
Trans Fat0g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.0g
Monounsaturated Fat0.4g
Cholesterol7mg
2%
Sodium376mg
16%
Total Carbohydrate0.7g
0%
Dietary Fiber0g
0%
Total Sugars0.1g
Includes Added Sugars0g
0%
Protein5g
Vitamin D0.0mcg
0%
Calcium144mg
11%
Iron0.1mg
1%
Potassium38mg
1%

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving contributes to a daily diet.

Nutrient Breakdown

Nutrient breakdown based on appropriate daily intake recommendations for a 175lb adult.

Carbs
Total Carbs
1 / 275 g
0%
Fiber
0 / 28 g
0%
Sugars
0 g
Added Sugars
0 / 50 g
0%
Soluble Fiber
0 g
Insoluble Fiber
0 g
Sugar Alcohols
0 g
Xylitol
0 g
Sorbitol
0 g
Other Carbohydrates
0 g
Fat
Total Fat
1 / 78 g
2%
Monounsaturated
0 / 31 g
1%
Polyunsaturated
0 / 23 g
0%
Saturated
1 / 23 g
4%
Trans
0 g
Cholesterol
7 / 300 g
2%
Omega 3
0 / 5 g
0%
Omega 6
0 / 19 g
0%
Omega 9
0 g
Protein
Protein
5 / 80 g
6%
Amino Acids
Histidine
0 / 3 g
4%
Isoleucine
0 / 2 g
16%
Leucine
0 / 3 g
15%
Lysine
0 / 2 g
18%
Methionine
0 / 1 g
9%
Phenylalanine
0 / 2 g
9%
Threonine
0 / 1 g
17%
Tryptophan
0 / 0 g
22%
Valine
0 / 2 g
17%
Arginine
0 g
Cysteine
0 g
Cystine
0 g
Tyrosine
0 g
Alanine
0 g
Aspartic Acid
1 g
Glutamic Acid
1 g
Glycine
0 g
Proline
0 g
Serine
0 g
Vitamins
Thiamine, B1
0 / 1 mg
1%
Riboflavin, B2
0 / 1 mg
7%
Niacin, B3
0 / 15 mg
0%
Pantothenic Acid, B5
0 / 5 mg
0%
Pyridoxine, B6
0 / 1 mg
1%
Biotin, B7
0 / 30 mcg
0%
Cobalamin, B12
0 / 2 mcg
7%
Folate
2 / 400 mcg
0%
Vitamin A
12 / 800 mcg
1%
Vitamin C
0 / 83 mg
0%
Vitamin D
0 / 15 mcg
0%
Vitamin E
0 / 15 mg
0%
Vitamin K
1 / 105 mcg
1%
Minerals
Calcium
144 / 1k mg
14%
Copper
0 / 1 mg
1%
Iron
0 / 13 mg
1%
Magnesium
5 / 370 mg
1%
Manganese
0 / 2 mg
0%
Phosphorous
174 / 700 mg
25%
Potassium
38 / 3k mg
1%
Selenium
4 / 55 mcg
6%
Sodium
376 / 2.3k mg
16%
Zinc
1 / 10 mg
7%
Chromium
0 / 30 mcg
0%
Molybdenum
0 / 45 mcg
0%
Iodine
0 / 150 mcg
0%
Chlorine
0 / 2.3k mg
0%
Other
Ethyl Alcohol
0 g
Water
12 g
Caffeine
0 mg
Choline
8 mg
Taurine
0 mg

References

Data on this page was sourced from a publicly available first-party datasource.

  1. 1.Cheese, pasteurized process, American, low fat. USDA Standard Reference, Legacy. Food ID 169080.

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