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Trader Joe's is carried at Trader Joe stores. Find one within 25 miles.
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Summary
This cream cheese spread contains beneficial ingredients like pasteurized milk and cream, which provide essential nutrients and a creamy texture. However, the presence of multiple additives such as guar gum, locust bean gum, and xanthan gum, which are used for thickening and stabilizing, detracts from its overall healthiness. The product is moderately processed, which limits its score despite the absence of harmful artificial ingredients.
Key ingredients 8
Pasteurized milkGood
Pasteurized milk provides essential nutrients like calcium and protein, contributing to a nutritious base for the spread.
See more about Pasteurized milk →Pasteurized creamGood
Pasteurized cream adds richness and flavor while offering beneficial fats and nutrients.
See more about Pasteurized cream →GarlicGood
Whole food with well-documented cardiovascular and immune benefits.
See more about Garlic →SaltNeutral
Standard formulation ingredient — neither beneficial nor harmful at typical use.
See more about Salt →Dried onionsNeutral
Dried onions add flavor and aroma without significantly impacting nutritional value.
Dried chivesNeutral
Dried chives contribute a mild onion-like flavor and visual appeal to the product.
See more about Dried chives →Guar gumNeutral
Standard formulation ingredient — neither beneficial nor harmful at typical use.
See more about Guar gum →Locust bean gumNeutral
Standard formulation ingredient — neither beneficial nor harmful at typical use.
See more about Locust bean gum →Processing
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