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Summary
This plain cream cheese is a processed food with a relatively simple ingredient list, including pasteurized milk and cream, which are beneficial for providing calcium and protein. However, the presence of processed additives like guar gum, carob bean gum, and xanthan gum, which are used for texture and stability, detracts from its overall healthiness. These additives can cause digestive issues for some individuals and are not traditional components of cheese, impacting the product's score.
Key ingredients 6
Pasteurized Milk And CreamGood
Pasteurized milk and cream are primary sources of calcium and protein, essential for bone health and muscle maintenance. The pasteurization process ensures safety by eliminating harmful bacteria. These ingredients provide a rich, creamy texture and flavor to the product.
Benefits
Rich in calcium and protein, supporting bone health and muscle maintenance. Provides a creamy texture and flavor.
Cheese CultureGood
Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.
Benefits
Contributes to the development of flavor and texture in cheese. May enhance digestibility through fermentation.
SaltNeutral
Salt is used as a preservative and flavor enhancer in cheese products. It helps in controlling the fermentation process and adds to the overall taste. While necessary in small amounts, excessive consumption 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 products.
Guar GumNeutral
Standard formulation ingredient — neither beneficial nor harmful at typical use.
Risks
May cause digestive issues such as bloating and gas in sensitive individuals.
Benefits
Improves texture and stability of the product.
Xanthan GumNeutral
Xanthan gum is a common food additive used to thicken and stabilize products. It is produced through fermentation and is generally considered safe in small amounts. While it helps maintain texture, it is not a traditional ingredient in cheese.
Risks
Excessive consumption may lead to digestive issues in some individuals.
Benefits
Helps in thickening and stabilizing the product, maintaining texture.
Carob Bean GumBad
Carob bean gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener in processed foods. It is a processed additive that can lead to digestive discomfort in some people. While it aids in maintaining product consistency, it is not a traditional cheese ingredient.
Risks
Potential to cause digestive discomfort such as bloating and gas.
Benefits
Acts as a stabilizer and thickener, improving product consistency.
Processing
Processed Foods
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