Cream cheese, light: Calories, Macros, 22 Vitamins & 11 Minerals (USDA Per 100g)
A lighter alternative to traditional cream cheese, offering a smooth, tangy spread with reduced fat, ideal for guilt-free enjoyment on bagels or in recipes.
Per 100g reference serving, Cream cheese, light provides 264 kcal of energy, 9.09g protein (14% of calories), 5.59g total carbohydrates (9% of calories, including 0g dietary fiber and 4.33g sugars), and 22.7g total fat (77% of calories).
Vitamins Profile in Cream cheese, light (Per 100g)
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| Vitamin / Bioactive | Amount per 100g | % Daily Value (FDA DV) |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin) | 0.32 µg | 13.3% DV |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 186 µg | 20.7% DV |
| Vitamin E (Alpha-Tocopherol) | 0.58 mg | 3.9% DV |
| Vitamin K (Phylloquinone) | 1.5 µg | 1.2% DV |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) | 0.039 mg | 3.2% DV |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | 0.242 mg | 18.6% DV |
| Vitamin B3 (Niacin) | 0.138 mg | 0.9% DV |
| Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) | 0.043 mg | 2.5% DV |
| Total Folate (Vitamin B9) | 18 µg | 4.5% DV |
| Folate (Dietary Folate Equivalents) | 18 µg | 4.5% DV |
| Natural Food Folate | 18 µg | 4.5% DV |
| Choline | 39.6 mg | 7.2% DV |
| Preformed Retinol | 186 µg | 20.7% DV |
| Beta-Carotene | 4 µg | 0.1% DV |
| Lutein + Zeaxanthin | 5 µg | 0.1% DV |
Minerals & Electrolytes in Cream cheese, light (Per 100g)
Electrolyte ratios (potassium-to-sodium, calcium-to-magnesium) and trace minerals (iron, zinc, selenium, copper, manganese) determine cellular hydration, oxygen transport, and thyroid function.
| Mineral / Electrolyte | Amount per 100g | % Daily Value (FDA DV) |
|---|---|---|
| Iron (Fe) | 0.06 mg | 0.3% DV |
| Calcium (Ca) | 182 mg | 14% DV |
| Magnesium (Mg) | 13 mg | 3.1% DV |
| Potassium (K) | 176 mg | 3.7% DV |
| Zinc (Zn) | 0.89 mg | 8.1% DV |
| Selenium (Se) | 7.4 µg | 13.5% DV |
| Phosphorus (P) | 246 mg | 19.7% DV |
| Copper (Cu) | 0.012 mg | 1.3% DV |
| Sodium (Na) | 479 mg | 20.8% DV |
Fatty Acids, Omega-3s & Sterols (Per 100g)
| Lipid / Fatty Acid | Amount per 100g | % Reference Target |
|---|---|---|
| Omega-3 EPA (Eicosapentaenoic Acid) | 0.007 g | 1.4% DV |
| Omega-3 ALA (Alpha-Linolenic Acid) | 0.089 g | 5.6% DV |
| Linoleic Acid (Omega-6 PUFA) | 0.486 g | 3.5% DV |
| Monounsaturated Fat (MUFA) | 4.7 g | 15.7% DV |
| Polyunsaturated Fat (PUFA) | 1.01 g | 5% DV |
| Saturated Fat (SFA) | 13.3 g | 66.7% DV |
| Dietary Cholesterol | 71 mg | 23.7% DV |
Essential Amino Acids & BCAAs (Per 100g)
| Amino Acid | Amount per 100g | % Daily Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Trace / Not significant per 100g serving | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
100 grams of Cream cheese, light contains 264 calories (kcal), 9.09g of protein, 5.59g of carbohydrates (0g fiber, 4.33g total sugars), and 22.7g of total fat according to the USDA Standard Reference dataset in Wise Eating.
Cream cheese, light has an estimated food pH of 4.7 and a Potential Renal Acid Load (PRAL) score of 7.16 mEq/100g, classifying it as Acid-Forming (Positive PRAL).
Allergen tags for Cream cheese, light: Milk. In Wise Eating's WHO-aligned pediatric feeding database, the minimum age guideline is 8+ months with age-appropriate preparation.
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