Parmesan cheese
Carb Check
- Carbs
- 0gCarbs
- Fiber
- 0gFiber
- Net Carbs
- 0gNet Carbs
- Carbs per Portion
- 0gCarbs per Portion
- Glycemic Load
- 0Glycemic Load
- GI Estimate
- Very Low (<= 20)GI Estimate
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Diet Check
- Low Carb
- Yes
- Keto
- Yes
- Carnivore
- Yes
- Paleo
- No
- Slow Carb
- Yes
- Vegan
- No
- Vegetarian
- Yes
- Low FODMAP
- Yes
pH Check
Nutrient Distribution per 100g
Parmesan cheese
- Water35.0g
- Fiber0.0g
- Carbs0.0g
- Fat31.0g
- Protein31.0g
Advanced Nutrient Analysis
- Histamine
- Very High
- Purine
- Low
- Tyramine
- Very High
- FODMAP
- Low
- Oxalate
- Not present
- Goitrogen
- Not present
- Sulfite
- Not present
- Nitrate
- Not present
- Antioxidants
- Not present
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For the antioxidant level, the scale is flipped. 1 (green) is a high antioxidant level, and 5 (purple) is a low antioxidant level.
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Parmesan cheese contains virtually no carbohydrates (0g per 100g), making it an excellent choice for ketogenic and low-carb diets. With 396 kcal, 31g of protein, and 31g of fat per 100g, it delivers essential macronutrients without raising blood sugar. It is also a notable source of Calcium (29mg), supporting healthy mineral intake.
- Net carbs: 0 g (all carbs from fiber)
- Sodium: 840 mg
- Calcium: 1175
- Phosphorus: 870
With just 0g of carbohydrates per 100g, Parmesan cheese is a perfect choice for strict ketogenic and low-carb diets. A serving of 20g provides only 0g of carbs — essentially zero — with no impact on insulin levels. Its fat content of 31g and protein of 31g per 100g help maintain ketosis. Parmesan cheese can be consumed freely within a keto eating plan.
Parmesan cheese contains virtually no carbohydrates (0g per 100g), so the concept of glycemic index does not apply here. With no digestible carbs present, Parmesan cheese causes no measurable rise in blood sugar. It is suitable for all dietary patterns focused on stable glucose control.
Vitamin Check
- Vitamin A (Retinol)
- 380
- Vitamin C
- 0
- Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)
- 0.03
- Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
- 0.3
- Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)
- 0.07
- Beta-Carotene
- 210
RDA percentages are based on EU reference values for adults (19-50 years) per 20g serving.
Mineral Check
- Sodium
- 2130
- Calcium
- 1175
- Iron
- 0.4
- Potassium
- 175
- Magnesium
- 45
- Phosphorus
- 870
- Zinc
- 5.9
RDA percentages are based on EU reference values for adults (19-50 years) per 20g serving.
Allergen Check
- Fructose
- Not present
- Lactose
- Low
- Gluten
- Not present
- Soy
- Not present
- Shellfish
- Not present
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Nutritional Information
| Nutrient | Amount (100g) |
|---|---|
| Calories | 396 kcal |
| Beta-CaroteneVitamin | 210 |
| CalciumMineral | 1175 |
| CarbohydratesMacro | 0 |
| Dietary FatMacro | 31 |
| Dietary FiberMacro | 0 |
| IronMineral | 0.4 |
| MagnesiumMineral | 45 |
| PhosphorusMineral | 870 |
| PotassiumMineral | 175 |
| ProteinMacro | 31 |
| SodiumMineral | 2130 |
| Vitamin A (Retinol)Vitamin | 380 |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)Vitamin | 0.03 |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)Vitamin | 0.3 |
| Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)Vitamin | 0.07 |
| Vitamin CVitamin | 0 |
| WaterMacro | 35 |
| ZincMineral | 5.9 |
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