Nutrient Content in Cheese

Cheese is one of the most nutrient-dense foods. The primary ingredients by weight are water, protein, and fat, and these nutrients vary in concentration according to the cheese. A pound of cheese is equivalent in protein and fat to approximately 1 gallon of milk. Cheeses with higher moisture levels are less concentrated in their nutrients than those containing less moisture. On average, 1 ounce of cheese (a 1.25 inch cube or a packaged slice of pasteurized process cheese) provides about 100 calories (kcal), most of which are derived from fat. Read more »