The Nutritional Information For Soy Cheese

Soy cheese comes in many varieties, including American, cheddar, mozzarella, pepper jack and jalapeno, and it's available in chunks, pre-sliced and shredded. Soy Parmesan and cream cheese are available in some markets, as well, according to the Soy Foods Association of North America. The cheeses are free of lactose and provide essential fatty acids. They are low in saturated fat and should not be of concern to those keeping an eye on their cholesterol. Nutrients will vary by brand.

Calories and Fats

One popular brand of American-style soy cheese has 40 calories in a slice, along with 3 g of fat, 0 g of which are saturated. The cheese also has no trans fats and no cholesterol. A popular cheddar soy cheese has 45 calories in a slice, along with 2 g of fat. It has no saturated fat, no trans fats and no cholesterol, according to Myfitnesspal.com.

Sodium

Soy cheese has a relatively high level of sodium. The American-style version has 220 mg of salt per slice, while the cheddar variety has 180 mg per slice. The current Dietary Guidelines for Americans suggests that people consume fewer than 2,300 mg of sodium a day. However, those with high blood pressure, African Americans and those who are middle-aged or older should take in fewer than 1,500 mg of sodium a day.

Potassium

Taking in a recommended amount of potassium should not be difficult if you eat a balanced diet. However, if soy cheese becomes a staple, you risk getting too little potassium, because soy cheese doesn't contain any. Without adequate potassium, people risk damage to their nerve and muscle cells, according to MayoClinic.com. Symptoms include an irregular heartbeat, constipation, weakness and fatigue.

Protein

The American-flavored and cheddar-flavored soy cheeses have 3 g of protein per slice, according to Myfitnesspal. Protein is essential for repairing cells and creating new ones throughout the body. According to the University of Maryland Medical Center, most people can fulfill their daily need through 2 or 3 servings of foods high in protein.

Other Nutrients

The American-flavored soy cheese has 20 percent of the daily value for calcium, based on a 2,000-calorie-a-day diet, while the cheddar-flavored variety has 15 percent of the daily value. The American-flavored soy cheese also contains small amount of vitamins A and C and iron. The cheddar-flavored cheese has no vitamin C or iron.