Calorie comparison
Beer vs Cheddar Cheese
Per 100 grams, beer is the lighter choice by 360 calories, while cheddar cheese delivers more protein. The right pick depends on your goal — fewer calories for a cut, more protein to stay full.
Per 100 grams
| Per 100 g | Beer | Cheddar Cheese |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 43 | 403 |
| Protein | 0.5 g | 25 g |
| Carbs | 3.6 g | 1.3 g |
| Fat | 0 g | 33 g |
Orange highlights the "better for a calorie deficit" value (fewer calories, fat and carbs; more protein). Your goals decide what "better" means.
Per typical serving
🍺 Beer
12 oz (355 g)
153 cal
1.8 g protein · 12.8 g carbs · 0 g fat
🧀 Cheddar Cheese
1 slice (28 g)
113 cal
7 g protein · 0.4 g carbs · 9.2 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, beer or cheddar cheese?
Per 100 g, beer has 43 calories and cheddar cheese has 403. Beer is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, beer or cheddar cheese?
Beer has 0.5 g of protein per 100 g; cheddar cheese has 25 g. Cheddar Cheese wins on protein.
Is beer or cheddar cheese better for weight loss?
For a calorie deficit, the lower-calorie, higher-protein option usually helps you stay full on fewer calories. Here that leans toward beer — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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