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Summary
Feta cheese crumbles are a processed food with a relatively clean ingredient list, primarily composed of pasteurized milk, cheese culture, and enzymes. However, the inclusion of sugar in the Mediterranean seasoning and the use of potato starch as an anticaking agent slightly detract from its overall healthiness. Despite these minor concerns, the product maintains a good nutritional profile with high protein content and beneficial bacteria from cheese cultures.
Key ingredients 9
Pasteurized milkGood
Pasteurized milk is the primary source of calcium and protein in this product, providing essential nutrients in a safe, processed form.
See more about Pasteurized milk →Cheese cultureGood
Cheese cultures contribute to the development of flavor and texture, supporting the fermentation process naturally.
See more about Cheese culture →Enzymes (microbial)Good
Microbial enzymes aid in cheese ripening and texture development, ensuring quality and consistency.
Dried tomatoGood
Dried tomato adds natural flavor and nutrients, including antioxidants and vitamins, to the product.
SaltNeutral
Standard formulation ingredient — neither beneficial nor harmful at typical use.
See more about Salt →Potato starch (anticaking)Neutral
Potato starch is used to prevent caking and clumping, serving a functional purpose without affecting nutritional quality.
OreganoNeutral
Part of Mediterranean seasoning. This seasoning blend enhances flavor but is used in small amounts, contributing minimally to nutritional impact.
See more about Oregano →DehydratedNeutral
Part of Mediterranean seasoning. This seasoning blend enhances flavor but is used in small amounts, contributing minimally to nutritional impact.
SugarBad
Part of Mediterranean seasoning. This seasoning blend enhances flavor but is used in small amounts, contributing minimally to nutritional impact.
See more about Sugar →Processing
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