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FETA CHEESE CRUMBLES

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Common questions

Is FETA CHEESE CRUMBLES healthy?

FETA CHEESE CRUMBLES scores 78/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This feta cheese crumbles product is made from pasteurized milk, salt, cheese culture, and enzymes, with potato starch added to prevent caking.

How processed is FETA CHEESE CRUMBLES?

FETA CHEESE CRUMBLES is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive FETA CHEESE CRUMBLES' score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Cheese culture counts in its favor. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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FETA CHEESE CRUMBLES

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78 Good

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 0
Owned by Topco Associates, LLC
Category Cheese
Summary

This feta cheese crumbles product is made from pasteurized milk, salt, cheese culture, and enzymes, with potato starch added to prevent caking. While it is a processed food, it maintains a relatively clean ingredient list without harmful additives or seed oils. The use of traditional cheese-making ingredients supports a higher score within the processed category, but the presence of potato starch and its processed nature cap the score.

Key ingredients 5

Cheese culture
Good

Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.

Benefits

Facilitates fermentation, enhancing flavor and texture in cheese.

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Pasteurized milk
Neutral

Pasteurized milk is a common base for cheese, providing essential nutrients like calcium and protein. The pasteurization process eliminates harmful bacteria but may reduce some beneficial enzymes. It is a standard ingredient in cheese production with no significant health concerns.

Benefits

Provides calcium and protein, essential for bone health and muscle maintenance.

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Salt
Neutral

Salt is used in cheese for flavor and preservation. It is a refined ingredient without the trace minerals found in unrefined salts. While necessary for cheese production, excessive consumption can contribute to high blood pressure.

Risks

Excessive intake may lead to high blood pressure and cardiovascular issues.

Benefits

Enhances flavor and acts as a preservative in cheese.

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Enzymes
Neutral

Enzymes are used to coagulate milk, forming curds in cheese production. They are crucial for texture development in cheese. Typically derived from animal or microbial sources, they are standard in cheese-making.

Benefits

Essential for coagulation and texture development in cheese.

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Potato starch
Neutral

Potato starch is added to prevent caking in cheese crumbles. It is a refined carbohydrate with minimal nutritional value. While it serves a functional purpose, it does not contribute significant health benefits.

Benefits

Prevents caking, ensuring cheese crumbles remain separate.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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