grated parmesan cneese

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Is grated parmesan cneese healthy?

grated parmesan cneese scores 65/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This grated parmesan cheese is primarily made from high-quality parmesan, which is a good source of protein and calcium.

How processed is grated parmesan cneese?

grated parmesan cneese is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive grated parmesan cneese's score?

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

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grated parmesan cneese

65 Fair

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 2
Harmful ingredients 0
Category Cheese
Summary

This grated parmesan cheese is primarily made from high-quality parmesan, which is a good source of protein and calcium. However, it includes cellulose powder and natamycin, which are additives used for anti-caking and mold inhibition, respectively. These additives contribute to its processing level, limiting its score despite the beneficial aspects of the cheese itself.

Key ingredients 6

Pasteurized Milk
Good

High-quality dairy providing complete protein and calcium.

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Cheese Culture
Good

Beneficial live bacteria used to ferment milk and develop traditional cheese flavor.

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Salt
Neutral

Standard culinary salt added for flavor and preservation.

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Enzymes
Neutral

Standard formulation ingredient — neither beneficial nor harmful at typical use.

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Cellulose Powder
Neutral

Plant-derived fiber safely used as an anti-caking agent to prevent clumping in grated cheese.

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Natamycin
Neutral

A naturally occurring antimycotic agent used to prevent mold growth on the cheese surface.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

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