The Nutritional Value Of Cheese
- Cheese is made from milk.
- It takes about 1 litre of milk to make 100 grams of cheese.
- The nutritional value varies according to whether the cheese is made from whole milk or from skimmed milk.
The Nutritional Value Of Cheese Made From Whole Milk (Cheddar)
- Fat - high fat content.
- Protein - high quality and good source of protein (protein content = a quarter).
- Minerals - a rich source of calcium and a good source of sodium and phosphorus.
- Vitamins - a good source of vitamins A, B group and D.
- Water - about one third water content.
- Energy value - very high.
The Nutritional Value Of Cheese Made From Skimmed Milk (Cottage Cheese)
- Fat - very little.
- Protein - about one fifth high quality protein.
- Minerals - high in sodium but less calcium.
- Vitamins - some of the vitamin B group but very little vitamin A and D.
- Water - over two thirds water content.
- Energy value - low.
you need a table
Comment by leah — May 20, 2008 @ 11:27 pm
Hi Leah, Thanks for your comments. Setting the information out in a table would make it easier to digest, if you’ll excuse the pun!
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Comment by Sara @ Farming Friends — May 22, 2008 @ 8:32 pm
no i like the bullet points
Comment by Nat — June 3, 2008 @ 8:50 am
Hi Nat,
Thanks for your positive comment!
Sara @ farmingfriends
Comment by Sara @ Farming Friends — June 3, 2008 @ 8:14 pm