WHOLE MILK MOZZARELLA SHREDDED CHEESE
Analysis updated July 2026 · How Scout scores
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Summary
This shredded mozzarella cheese is made from pasteurized milk and cheese culture, providing essential nutrients like calcium and protein. The product is processed with the addition of anti-caking agents and natamycin, a natural mold inhibitor, which slightly detracts from its overall purity. Despite these additives, the cheese maintains a relatively clean ingredient list with minimal processing compared to other processed foods.
Key ingredients 8
Pasteurized MilkVery Good
Pasteurized milk is a natural source of high-quality protein and calcium, essential for bone health and muscle function.
See more about Pasteurized Milk →Cheese CultureGood
Cheese cultures help develop flavor and texture in cheese, supporting digestion and gut health.
See more about Cheese Culture →SaltNeutral
Standard formulation ingredient — neither beneficial nor harmful at typical use.
See more about Salt →EnzymesNeutral
Enzymes are used to facilitate cheese production, with minimal impact on health when consumed in moderation.
See more about Enzymes →Potato StarchNeutral
Potato starch acts as a stabilizer to prevent caking, with no significant health effects.
See more about Potato Starch →Corn StarchNeutral
Corn starch is used as an anti-caking agent, generally considered safe in food processing.
See more about Corn Starch →Calcium SulfateNeutral
Calcium sulfate helps maintain cheese texture and firmness, with no adverse health effects.
See more about Calcium Sulfate →NatamycinNeutral
Natamycin is a natural mold inhibitor used to prevent spoilage, ensuring product safety.
See more about Natamycin →Processing
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