MOZZARELLA NATURAL SHREDDED LOW-MOISTURE PART-SKIM CHEESE

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Is MOZZARELLA NATURAL SHREDDED LOW-MOISTURE PART-SKIM CHEESE healthy?

MOZZARELLA NATURAL SHREDDED LOW-MOISTURE PART-SKIM CHEESE scores 80/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This mozzarella cheese is made from pasteurized part-skim milk, cheese culture, salt, and enzymes, which are generally considered high-quality ingredients.

How processed is MOZZARELLA NATURAL SHREDDED LOW-MOISTURE PART-SKIM CHEESE?

MOZZARELLA NATURAL SHREDDED LOW-MOISTURE PART-SKIM CHEESE is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive MOZZARELLA NATURAL SHREDDED LOW-MOISTURE PART-SKIM CHEESE's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Pasteurized part-skim milk, cheese culture 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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MOZZARELLA NATURAL SHREDDED LOW-MOISTURE PART-SKIM CHEESE

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80 Good

Analysis updated July 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 2
Harmful ingredients 1
Owned by SpartanNash
Category Cheese
Summary

This mozzarella cheese is made from pasteurized part-skim milk, cheese culture, salt, and enzymes, which are generally considered high-quality ingredients. However, it includes an anti-caking blend with natamycin, a mold inhibitor, which adds to its processing level. While the product is relatively clean, the presence of additives and its processed nature limit its score.

Key ingredients 9

Pasteurized part-skim milk
Good

This ingredient provides a natural source of calcium and protein, contributing to a balanced diet. Pasteurization ensures safety and preserves nutrients.

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cheese culture
Good

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

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salt
Neutral

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

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enzymes
Neutral

Enzymes are used to facilitate cheese production but do not significantly impact health either positively or negatively.

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Potato Starch
Neutral

Part of anti-caking blend. This blend prevents clumping and spoilage, ensuring product quality, but is considered neutral in health impact.

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Corn Starch
Neutral

Part of anti-caking blend. This blend prevents clumping and spoilage, ensuring product quality, but is considered neutral in health impact.

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Calcium Sulfate
Neutral

Part of anti-caking blend. This blend prevents clumping and spoilage, ensuring product quality, but is considered neutral in health impact.

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Natamycin
Neutral

Part of anti-caking blend. This blend prevents clumping and spoilage, ensuring product quality, but is considered neutral in health impact.

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en:e235
Bad

This additive is a synthetic preservative that may be associated with negative health perceptions, leading to its classification as harmful.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

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