Kroger Mild Cheddar Shredded Cheese Family Size
Summary
The product contains beneficial ingredients like pasteurized milk and cheese culture, but also includes additives such as potato starch, tapioca starch, and dextrose, which indicate moderate processing. These additives slightly detract from the overall quality compared to more minimally processed cheeses.
At a glance
Key ingredients 8
Pasteurized milkVery Good
This ingredient provides high-quality dairy that is safe and nutritious, forming the base of the cheese.
See more about Pasteurized milk →cheese cultureVery Good
Cultures help develop the cheese's flavor and texture naturally, supporting digestion and gut health.
See more about cheese culture →saltGood
Salt enhances flavor and acts as a preservative, ensuring the cheese stays fresh longer.
See more about salt →enzymesNeutral
Enzymes are used to facilitate cheese production but do not significantly impact health either positively or negatively.
See more about enzymes →color addedNeutral
Color additives are used to give the cheese its appealing appearance without affecting nutritional value.
potato starchNeutral
Potato starch acts as a stabilizer or anti-caking agent, with minimal impact on health.
See more about potato starch →tapioca starchNeutral
Tapioca starch is used as a thickener or anti-caking agent, generally considered safe.
See more about tapioca starch →dextroseNeutral
Dextrose is a form of sugar used for flavor or preservation, with no significant health impact in small amounts.
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