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What Is Cheese Good For?

FoodData CentralUpdated 6 April 2026

Cheese is a protein-rich food that is calorie-dense. It is high in protein and rich in calcium. Discover the nutritional benefits and how cheese can support your health goals.

Cheese provides 983.3 calories, 55.8g protein, 8.2g carbohydrates, and 81.3g fat per cup, melted (244g). It can be part of a balanced diet as part of a varied nutritional plan.

Key Benefits of Cheese

  • Excellent source of protein for muscle building
  • Very low in sugar
  • Rich in vitamin A (337mcg per 100g, 37% DV)
  • Good source of vitamin B12 for nerve function
  • Good source of calcium (710mg per 100g, 55% DV)
  • Contains zinc for immune function and wound healing
  • Source of selenium, an important antioxidant mineral

Cheese Is Best For

Muscle recoveryBlood sugar managementEye healthBone health

Nutrition Highlights

  • 55.8g of protein per serving

Things to Consider

  • High in calories — watch portion sizes
  • High in fat — be mindful of daily fat intake
  • Higher in sodium (653mg per 100g) — watch intake if monitoring salt
  • Contains saturated fat (18.87g per 100g)

Complete Nutritional Profile

Per cup, melted (244g)

983.3

cal

8.2g

carbs

55.8g

protein

81.3g

fat

0g

fiber

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