Fermented dairy is neutral for CVD risk (Drouin-Chartier et al., BMJ 2020). Per 100 g: 265 kcal, 20 g protein, 1530 mg sodium. Grate and weigh — it is easy to overshoot with hard cheese.
How should I track Parmesan Cheese, dry grated, reduced fat?
Parmesan Cheese, dry grated, reduced fat is high in calcium. The best way to track Parmesan Cheese, dry grated, reduced fat is by weight, not volume. A 200 g serving of yogurt or cheese varies in density between brands and fat levels, so the same portion can differ by 20–40 calories. Research shows people underestimate calorie-dense dairy portions by up to 50% when eyeballing (Almiron-Roig et al., Appetite 2013). A kitchen scale keeps things honest. Also check whether the label lists values for the product as sold or as prepared — some powdered or concentrated dairy products show very different numbers once mixed.
