Cheddar Cheese Nutrition Facts & Health Impact

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 100g

Calories403

Total Fat33.1g

Saturated Fat19.0g

Total Carbs1.3g

Fiber0.0g

Sugars0.5g

Protein24.9g

Macro Breakdown

Protein24.9g (25%)

Carbs1.3g (1%)

Fat33.1g (74%)

Glycemic Impact

Glycemic Index	0 (Low)
Glycemic Load	0
Insulin Index	45

Health Scores (0-10)

6.5

Metabolic

4.5

Inflammation

7.0

Hormonal

3.5

Gut Health

6.0

Skin Health

6.0

Brain Health

9.0

Bone Health

5.5

Sleep

7.5

Exercise

5.5

Longevity

5.0

Detox

6.5

Immunity

5.5

Pral

8.5

Satiety

6.0

Nutrient Density

8.0

Bioavailability

5.0

Electrolyte

6.5

Methylation

Complete Nutrient Profile

Nutrient	Amount / 100g	% Daily Value
Energy Kcal	403.0 kcal	20% DV
Protein	24.9 g	50% DV
Total Fat	33.1 g	42% DV
Saturated Fat	19.0 g	95% DV
Calcium	721.0 mg	55% DV
Iron	0.7 mg	4% DV
Magnesium	28.0 mg	7% DV
Phosphorus	512.0 mg	41% DV
Potassium	98.0 mg	2% DV
Zinc	3.1 mg	28% DV
Vitamin B12	0.8 µg	35% DV
Vitamin A	263.0 µg	29% DV
Selenium	13.9 µg	25% DV

Amino Acid Profile

Amino Acid	Amount / 100g
Tryptophan	0.322g
Threonine	0.920g
Isoleucine	1.287g
Leucine	2.013g
Lysine	1.738g
Methionine	0.550g
Phenylalanine	1.113g
Valine	1.399g
Histidine	0.731g

Compare Cheddar Cheese With...

Egg (Whole)
155 cal Greek Yogurt (Plain, Nonfat)
59 cal Milk (Whole)
61 cal

Health Condition Relevance

💪

Testosterone Low

zinc, magnesium, selenium. Zinc for 5α-reductase and aromatase inhibition. Mg reduces SHBG. D3 activates Leydig cells. Boron si.

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Athletic Performance

protein, vitamin b12. Protein for MPS. Iron for O2 transport. B12 for RBC production. Nitrates→NO→vasodilation. Electrolyt.

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Skin Health

zinc, vitamin a. Vitamin C is required for collagen cross-linking. Zinc reduces inflammation and sebum. Vitamin A reg.

Hormonal & Metabolic Impact

🧬 Zinc → Testosterone, DHT (28% DV)

Cofactor for 5α-reductase (T→DHT). Required for androgen receptor function. Inhibits aromatase (T→estradiol).

🧬 Selenium → T3 (active thyroid), Testosterone (25% DV)

Required for T4→T3 conversion (deiodinase enzyme). Selenoproteins protect Leydig cells from oxidative damage.

🧬 Saturated Fat → Testosterone (95% DV)

Dietary saturated fat and cholesterol are steroid hormone precursors. Low-fat diets reduce T by 10-15% in some studies.

Anti-Nutrients & How to Reduce Them

⚠️ Lactose (65% of adults have reduced lactase — varies by ethnicity)

⚠️ Casein (A1 beta-casein may cause inflammation in sensitive individuals)

Mitigation: Lactose-free milk, yogurt (bacteria digest lactose), hard cheeses (minimal lactose). A2 milk (A2 beta-casein only) for casein sensitivity.

Fermented dairy (yogurt, kefir, cheese) is better tolerated. Most people can handle some dairy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cheddar Cheese a good protein source?

Yes. Cheddar Cheese provides 24.9g of protein per 100g — that's 50% of the daily value. As an animal protein, it contains all essential amino acids (complete protein).

Does Cheddar Cheese affect hormones?

Yes — Cheddar Cheese is rich in saturated fat (95% DV), which Dietary saturated fat and cholesterol are steroid hormone precursors. Low-fat diets reduce T by 10-15% in some studies.. saturated fat supports Testosterone production. zinc supports Testosterone and DHT production. selenium supports T3 (active thyroid) and Testosterone production.

Does Cheddar Cheese contain anti-nutrients?

Lactose (65% of adults have reduced lactase — varies by ethnicity). Casein (A1 beta-casein may cause inflammation in sensitive individuals). Lactose-free milk, yogurt (bacteria digest lactose), hard cheeses (minimal lactose). A2 milk (A2 beta-casein only) for casein sensitivity. Fermented dairy (yogurt, kefir, cheese) is better tolerated. Most people can handle some dairy.

How filling is Cheddar Cheese?

Cheddar Cheese has a satiety score of 8.5/10. The 24.9g protein stimulates PYY (satiety hormone). This makes it effective for appetite control between meals.