Cheese, Danish blue

Danish blue is a ripened, blue-veined cheese made from cow’s milk. It mainly provides fat and protein, along with calcium and other minerals. Per 100g, it contains 21g of protein, 488mg of calcium, 19g of saturated fat and 3g of salt. Carbohydrate and sugars are present only in trace amounts.

Protein supports the maintenance and repair of body tissues, while calcium helps maintain bones and teeth and supports normal muscle function. The saturated fat and salt content are worth noting for people monitoring their intake of these nutrients. Full nutrient figures are provided in the tables below.