Yogurt, plain, low fat, 12 grams protein per 8 ounce vs Cheese, colby

Nutrition comparison per 100 g.

Yogurt, plain, low fat, 12 grams protein per 8 ounce 63 kcal Cheese, colby 393 kcal
Calories
63 kcal 393 kcal
Protein
5.3 g 23.8 g
Carbs
7.0 g 2.6 g
Fiber
0.0 g 0.0 g
Sugars
7.0 g 0.5 g
Fat
1.6 g 32.1 g
Sodium
70 mg 604 mg

Key takeaways

  • Yogurt, plain, low fat, 12 grams protein per 8 ounce has 84% fewer calories (63 kcal vs 393 kcal).
  • Cheese, colby has more protein (23.8 g vs 5.3 g).
  • Cheese, colby has more carbs (2.6 g vs 7.0 g).
  • Cheese, colby has more sugars (0.5 g vs 7.0 g).
  • Yogurt, plain, low fat, 12 grams protein per 8 ounce has more fat (1.6 g vs 32.1 g).
MacronutrientsYogurt, plain, low fat, 12 grams protein per 8 ounceCheese, colby
Calories 63 kcal 393 kcal
Protein 5.3 g 23.8 g
Total Fat 1.6 g 32.1 g
Total Carbohydrate 7.0 g 2.6 g
Dietary Fiber 0.0 g 0.0 g
Total Sugars 7.0 g 0.5 g
Water 85.1 g 38.2 g
CarbohydratesYogurt, plain, low fat, 12 grams protein per 8 ounceCheese, colby
Total Carbohydrate 7.0 g 2.6 g
Dietary Fiber 0.0 g 0.0 g
Total Sugars 7.0 g 0.5 g
Fats & Fatty AcidsYogurt, plain, low fat, 12 grams protein per 8 ounceCheese, colby
Total Fat 1.6 g 32.1 g
Saturated Fat 1.0 g 20.2 g
Monounsaturated Fat 0.4 g 9.3 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0 g 1.0 g
Omega-3 Fatty Acids 13.0 mg 277.0 mg
Omega-6 Fatty Acids 31.0 mg 676.0 mg
Protein & Amino AcidsYogurt, plain, low fat, 12 grams protein per 8 ounceCheese, colby
Protein 5.3 g 23.8 g
Histidine 130.0 mg 834.0 mg
Isoleucine 286.0 mg 1,475.0 mg
Leucine 529.0 mg 2,275.0 mg
Lysine 471.0 mg 1,978.0 mg
Methionine 155.0 mg 622.0 mg
Phenylalanine 286.0 mg 1,251.0 mg
Threonine 216.0 mg 845.0 mg
Tryptophan 30.0 mg 305.0 mg
Valine 434.0 mg 1,586.0 mg
Alanine 225.0 mg 670.0 mg
Arginine 158.0 mg 898.0 mg
Aspartic Acid 416.0 mg 1,527.0 mg
Cystine 48.0 mg 119.0 mg
Glutamic Acid 1,028.0 mg 5,813.0 mg
Glycine 127.0 mg 410.0 mg
Proline 622.0 mg 2,678.0 mg
Serine 325.0 mg 1,389.0 mg
Tyrosine 265.0 mg 1,147.0 mg
VitaminsYogurt, plain, low fat, 12 grams protein per 8 ounceCheese, colby
Vitamin A (RAE) 14.0 mcg 264.0 mcg
Vitamin C 0.8 mg 0.0 mg
Vitamin D 0.0 mcg 0.6 mcg
Vitamin E 0.0 mg 0.3 mg
Vitamin K 0.2 mcg 2.7 mcg
Thiamin (B1) 0.0 mg 0.0 mg
Riboflavin (B2) 0.2 mg 0.4 mg
Niacin (B3) 0.1 mg 0.1 mg
Vitamin B6 0.0 mg 0.1 mg
Folate (B9) 11.0 mcg 18.0 mcg
Vitamin B12 0.6 mcg 0.8 mcg
Pantothenic Acid (B5) 0.6 mg 0.2 mg
Choline 15.2 mg 15.4 mg
Betaine 0.9 mg ~
MineralsYogurt, plain, low fat, 12 grams protein per 8 ounceCheese, colby
Calcium 183.0 mg 685.0 mg
Iron 0.1 mg 0.8 mg
Magnesium 17.0 mg 26.0 mg
Phosphorus 144.0 mg 457.0 mg
Potassium 234.0 mg 127.0 mg
Sodium 70.0 mg 604.0 mg
Zinc 0.9 mg 3.1 mg
Copper 0.0 mg 0.0 mg
Manganese 0.0 mg 0.0 mg
Selenium 3.3 mcg 14.5 mcg
Fluoride 12.0 mcg ~
SterolsYogurt, plain, low fat, 12 grams protein per 8 ounceCheese, colby
Cholesterol 6.0 mg 95.0 mg
OtherYogurt, plain, low fat, 12 grams protein per 8 ounceCheese, colby
Alcohol 0.0 g 0.0 g
Caffeine 0.0 mg 0.0 mg
Theobromine 0.0 mg 0.0 mg
Ash 1.1 g 3.4 g

Frequently asked questions

Which has fewer calories, Yogurt, plain, low fat, 12 grams protein per 8 ounce or Cheese, colby?

Yogurt, plain, low fat, 12 grams protein per 8 ounce has fewer calories: 63 kcal for Yogurt, plain, low fat, 12 grams protein per 8 ounce vs 393 kcal for Cheese, colby per 100 g.

Which has more protein, Yogurt, plain, low fat, 12 grams protein per 8 ounce or Cheese, colby?

Cheese, colby has more protein: 5.3 g for Yogurt, plain, low fat, 12 grams protein per 8 ounce vs 23.8 g for Cheese, colby per 100 g.

Is Yogurt, plain, low fat, 12 grams protein per 8 ounce or Cheese, colby healthier?

Yogurt, plain, low fat, 12 grams protein per 8 ounce is lower in calories, and Cheese, colby is higher in protein. The healthier choice depends on your goals — compare the full breakdown above to decide.