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Cream cheese, light

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Dairy Products · Per serving (28g)

201
CaloriesPer 100g
56/ 28g
7.9g
ProteinPer 100g
2.2g/ 28g
8.0g
CarbsPer 100g
2.2g/ 28g
15.6g
FatPer 100g
4.4g/ 28g

Macro Split

Macro Split: 15% Protein, 16% Carbs, 69% FatMacro Split100%
Protein15%7.9g
Carbs16%8.0g
Fat69%15.6g

How many calories are in Cream cheese, light?

Cream cheese, light contains 201 calories per 100g with 7.9g protein, 8g carbs, and 15.6g fat. A typical 28g serving provides 56 calories. This food belongs to the dairy products category.

About this food

Bulgaria has a centuries-old dairy tradition, world-famous for its unique yogurt (kiselo mlyako) and white brine cheese (sirene). The country's specific Lactobacillus bulgaricus strain, first identified by Bulgarian scientist Stamen Grigorov in 1905, gives Bulgarian dairy products their distinctive tangy flavor.

Full Nutrition Facts

Nutritional Information
NutrientPer 100gPer serving (28g)% DV
Energy
Calories201kcal56kcal—
Macronutrients
Protein7.9g2.2g
16%
Carbohydrates8.0g2.2g—
Fat15.6g4.4g—
Fiberathlete0.0g0.0g
0%
Sugar5.5g1.5g—
Saturated Fat9.8g2.7g—
Minerals
Sodium443mg124mg—
Calciumathlete113mg32mg
9%
Ironathlete0mg0mg
1%
Potassium175mg49mg
4%
Magnesiumathlete11mg3mg
3%
Zincathlete1mg0mg
5%
Vitamins
Vitamin Dathlete0.2mcg0.1mcg
1%

% Daily Value based on FDA 2,000 kcal reference diet. Strength trainees have different needs — see highlighted nutrients.

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Primary macros

Calories
56
kcal
Protein
2.2
g
Carbs
2.2
g
Fat
4.4
g

More nutrients

Fiber
0.0g
Sugar
1.5g
Sat. Fat
2.7g
Sodium
124mg
Calcium
32mg
Iron
0mg
Potassium
49mg
Magnesium
3mg
Zinc
0mg
Vitamin D
0.1mcg

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Frequently Asked Questions

Cream cheese, light contains 201 calories per 100g with 7.9g protein, 8g carbs, and 15.6g fat. A typical 28g serving provides 56 calories. This food belongs to the dairy products category.

Cream cheese, light contains 7.9g protein per 100g, which is lower in protein. A 28g serving provides 2.2g protein.

Cream cheese, light contains 201 kcal per 100g, making it more calorie-dense. For weight loss, control portion sizes and fit it within your daily calorie targets.

Cream cheese, light can fit into a keto diet in moderate amounts. At 8.0g net carbs per 100g, smaller portions can stay within the daily limit.

Cream cheese, light provides 201 kcal, 7.9g protein, 8g carbs, and 15.6g fat per 100g. Compare with other dairy products foods in our database to find the best option for your nutritional goals.

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