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Light
Medium fat soft cheese
Light by Philadelphia provides 148 kcal per 100 g, with 5.2 g of sugars and 7.4 g of protein. Its Nutri-Score is C and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Cream cheeses category and comes in a 180 g pack. Contains: milk.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 30g
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 148 kcal | 44 kcal | 179 −17% | |
| Total fat | 11 g | 3.3 g | 4% | 14.2 −22% |
| Saturated fat | 7.1 g | 2.1 g | 11% | 9.5 −26% |
| Carbohydrates | 5.2 g | 1.6 g | 1% | 5.5 −5% |
| Total sugars | 5.2 g | 1.6 g | 4.8 +9% | |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 1.3 −100% |
| Dietary fiber | 0.4 g | 0.1 g | 0% | 0.4 +7% |
| Protein | 7.4 g | 2.2 g | 4% | 8.4 −12% |
| Salt | 0.7 g | 0.2 g | 0.8 −15% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 2162 Cream cheeses products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other cream cheeses
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
medium fat soft cheese , salt, stabilisers (locust bean gum, carrageenan), acid (citric acid),
- Allergens
- Milk
Additives 3
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 180 g
- Serving size
- 30g
- Labels & certifications
- Low or no fatVegetarianLow fatNo preservativesPasteurizedReduced fat40% less fatGreen Dot
- Sold in
- France, Ireland, United Kingdom, United States
- Barcode
- 7622210307514
Prices reported by shoppers
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Light?
Light contains 148 kcal per 100 g and about 44 kcal per serving (30g).
How much sugar is in Light?
Light has 5.2 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered moderate by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Light healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of C (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Light vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Light contain?
According to the label data it contains: Milk. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 13, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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