String cheese

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Summary

This string cheese product is made from pasteurized part-skim milk, cheese culture, salt, and enzymes, which are clean and simple ingredients. The product provides a good source of protein and calcium with minimal additives, but it is moderately processed, which limits its score. The absence of harmful additives or seed oils contributes positively to its rating.

At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 2
Harmful ingredients 0
Owned by Schreiber Foods, Inc.
Category Cheese

Key ingredients 4

Pasteurized Part-Skim Milk
Good

Pasteurized part-skim milk is a primary ingredient in cheese, providing essential nutrients like calcium and protein. The pasteurization process ensures safety by eliminating harmful bacteria. Using part-skim milk reduces fat content while maintaining nutritional value.

Benefits

Rich in calcium and protein, supporting bone health and muscle maintenance.

Cheese Culture
Good

Cheese culture is essential for the fermentation process, contributing to the flavor and texture of cheese. It consists of beneficial bacteria that aid in the development of cheese characteristics. The use of cheese culture enhances the nutritional profile by promoting probiotic benefits.

Benefits

Contributes to the development of probiotics, which support gut health.

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Salt
Neutral

Salt is used in cheese making for flavor enhancement and as a preservative. It helps control the growth of unwanted bacteria during fermentation. While necessary in cheese production, excessive salt intake can lead to health issues.

Risks

High sodium intake can contribute to hypertension and cardiovascular issues.

Benefits

Enhances flavor and acts as a preservative in cheese.

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Enzymes
Neutral

Enzymes are used in cheese making to coagulate milk, forming curds and whey. They are crucial for the cheese production process but do not contribute significant nutritional value. The use of enzymes is standard in cheese making and poses no health risks.

Benefits

Essential for the cheese making process, aiding in milk coagulation.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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