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Summary
Colby Jack Cheese is made from cultured pasteurized milk and enzymes, which are beneficial for providing essential nutrients and aiding in cheese production. However, the addition of color, even if natural like annatto, is unnecessary for nutritional purposes and slightly detracts from its overall quality. The product is moderately processed, which limits its score despite the clean ingredient list.
Key ingredients 5
Cultured Pasteurized MilkVery Good
This ingredient provides high-quality dairy that is rich in essential nutrients and is carefully processed to ensure safety and flavor.
See more about Cultured Pasteurized Milk →AnnattoGood
Annatto is a natural coloring agent derived from seeds, used to give cheese its characteristic color without harmful effects.
See more about Annatto →SaltNeutral
Standard formulation ingredient — neither beneficial nor harmful at typical use.
See more about Salt →EnzymesNeutral
Enzymes are natural agents used in cheese-making to develop texture and flavor, with no significant health concerns.
See more about Enzymes →Color AddedNeutral
Color additives are used to give the cheese its appealing appearance without affecting nutritional value.
See more about Color Added →Processing
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