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Summary
This ricotta cheese is ultra-processed, which limits its potential score despite having some beneficial ingredients like pasteurized milk. The presence of additives such as modified corn starch, guar gum, and carrageenan, which are used to stabilize and thicken the product, detracts from its overall healthiness. These additives can cause digestive issues and do not contribute nutritional benefits, impacting the product's rating.
Key ingredients 7
Pasteurized WheyGood
A high-quality dairy byproduct rich in bioavailable proteins and essential amino acids.
Pasteurized MilkNeutral
Standard dairy ingredient providing essential nutrients like calcium and protein.
See more about Pasteurized Milk →VinegarNeutral
Used as a natural acidulant to help curdle the milk and form the cheese structure.
See more about Vinegar →Modified Corn StarchNeutral
A processed starch used to improve texture and moisture retention in the product.
See more about Modified Corn Starch →Guar GumNeutral
Standard formulation ingredient — neither beneficial nor harmful at typical use.
See more about Guar Gum →SaltNeutral
Standard culinary salt used for flavor enhancement and preservation.
See more about Salt →CarrageenanBad
A processed seaweed extract used as a thickener, which some studies associate with digestive sensitivity.
See more about Carrageenan →Processing
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