At a glance
Summary
This string cheese product is made from pasteurized part-skim milk, cheese culture, salt, and enzymes, which are typical ingredients for traditional cheese. The ingredient list is clean and free from harmful additives, artificial colors, or seed oils, contributing to its favorable score. However, as a processed food, its score is capped due to its processing level, despite the simplicity and quality of its ingredients.
Key ingredients 4
Cheese cultureGood
Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.
Benefits
Essential for the fermentation process, contributing to the flavor and texture of cheese.
Pasteurized part-skim milkNeutral
Pasteurized part-skim milk is a common base for cheese products, providing essential proteins and calcium. The pasteurization process ensures safety by eliminating harmful bacteria but may reduce some beneficial enzymes. Skimming reduces fat content, making it a lower-fat option compared to whole milk.
Benefits
Provides a good source of protein and calcium, essential for bone health and muscle function.
SaltNeutral
Salt is used in cheese for flavor enhancement and as a preservative. It helps control the growth of unwanted bacteria during cheese aging. While necessary for cheese production, excessive salt intake can lead to health issues such as hypertension.
Risks
Excessive consumption of salt can contribute to high blood pressure and cardiovascular issues.
Benefits
Acts as a preservative and enhances the flavor of cheese.
EnzymesNeutral
Enzymes are crucial in cheese-making, aiding in the coagulation of milk and development of cheese texture. They are typically derived from animal or microbial sources. While they play a vital role in cheese production, they do not have direct nutritional benefits.
Benefits
Facilitates the cheese-making process by aiding in milk coagulation and texture development.
Processing
Processed Foods
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