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FOOD LION, NATURAL SHREDDED CHEESE, MOZZARELLA

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Common questions

Is FOOD LION, NATURAL SHREDDED CHEESE, MOZZARELLA healthy?

FOOD LION, NATURAL SHREDDED CHEESE, MOZZARELLA scores 68/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This mozzarella cheese is processed with a few additives, including natamycin, which is used as a mold inhibitor.

How processed is FOOD LION, NATURAL SHREDDED CHEESE, MOZZARELLA?

FOOD LION, NATURAL SHREDDED CHEESE, MOZZARELLA is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive FOOD LION, NATURAL SHREDDED CHEESE, MOZZARELLA's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Pasteurized part-skim milk, Cheese culture, Salt and enzymes count in its favor; En:e235 is flagged as an ingredient of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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FOOD LION, NATURAL SHREDDED CHEESE, MOZZARELLA

Food Lion
Bioengineered
68 Fair

Analysis updated July 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 3
Harmful ingredients 1
Owned by Food Town Stores Inc.
Category Cheese
Summary

This mozzarella cheese is processed with a few additives, including natamycin, which is used as a mold inhibitor. While the cheese is made from pasteurized part-skim milk, providing protein and calcium, the presence of anti-caking agents and the processing level limit its score. The product is relatively clean but cannot exceed a certain score due to its processing level.

Key ingredients 8

Pasteurized part-skim milk
Good

This ingredient provides high-quality protein and calcium, essential for bone health and muscle function, making it a beneficial component of the cheese.

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Cheese culture
Good

Cheese cultures help develop flavor and texture in cheese, supporting digestion and gut health through beneficial bacteria.

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Salt and enzymes
Good

Salt enhances flavor and preserves the cheese, while enzymes aid in the cheese-making process, contributing to its texture and taste.

Potato starch
Neutral

Potato starch is used as a stabilizer to prevent caking, with minimal impact on nutrition or health.

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Corn starch
Neutral

Corn starch acts as an anti-caking agent, ensuring the cheese remains free-flowing without affecting its nutritional value.

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Calcium sulfate
Neutral

Calcium sulfate is added to improve texture and prevent caking, with no significant health concerns.

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Natamycin (a natural mold inhibitor)
Neutral

Natamycin is a natural substance used to inhibit mold growth, helping to extend shelf life without harmful effects.

En:e235
Bad

En:e235 is an artificial additive that may be associated with negative health perceptions, and consumers often prefer to avoid such preservatives.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

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