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Summary
Colby Jack cheese is a processed food with a relatively clean ingredient list, featuring pasteurized milk and cheese cultures that contribute to its nutritional value. However, the presence of natamycin as a mold inhibitor indicates a level of processing that prevents it from scoring higher. While the cheese provides beneficial nutrients like protein and calcium, the use of preservatives aligns it with processed products, capping its potential score.
Key ingredients 7
Pasteurized MilkGood
This ingredient provides high-quality dairy that is safe and nutritious when properly pasteurized.
See more about Pasteurized Milk →Cheese CultureGood
Cultures help develop flavor and texture naturally, supporting traditional cheese-making processes.
See more about Cheese Culture →AnnattoGood
Annatto is a natural coloring agent derived from seeds, used to give cheese its appealing color.
See more about Annatto →SaltNeutral
Standard formulation ingredient — neither beneficial nor harmful at typical use.
See more about Salt →EnzymesNeutral
Enzymes are used to coagulate milk and develop cheese texture, with minimal impact on health.
See more about Enzymes →NatamycinNeutral
Natamycin is a natural mold inhibitor that helps prevent spoilage without affecting flavor.
See more about Natamycin →Calcium ChlorideNeutral
Standard formulation ingredient — neither beneficial nor harmful at typical use.
See more about Calcium Chloride →Processing
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