At a glance
Summary
This product consists of simple, traditional cheese ingredients: milk, salt, cultures, and microbial rennet. It is a processed cheese but maintains a clean label with no artificial additives or harmful ingredients. The processing level limits its score, but the high-quality ingredients and minimal additives support a strong rating within its category.
Key ingredients 4
MilkGood
Milk is a primary source of calcium and protein, essential for bone health and muscle maintenance. It is minimally processed in cheese production, retaining most of its nutritional benefits. The quality of milk can vary, with organic or grass-fed options offering additional health benefits.
Risks
Some individuals may be lactose intolerant or allergic to milk proteins, which can cause digestive issues.
Benefits
Rich in calcium and protein, supporting bone health and muscle function. Provides essential vitamins and minerals such as vitamin D and B12.
CulturesGood
Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.
Benefits
Aid in the fermentation process, contributing to the development of flavor and texture in cheese. May support gut health by promoting beneficial bacteria.
SaltNeutral
Salt is used in cheese making for flavor and as a preservative. It is a refined product without the trace minerals found in unrefined salts. Excessive consumption of salt can lead to health issues such as hypertension.
Risks
High sodium intake can contribute to increased blood pressure and cardiovascular disease risk.
Benefits
Enhances flavor and acts as a preservative in cheese production.
Microbial rennetNeutral
Microbial rennet is used to coagulate milk in cheese production, an alternative to animal-derived rennet. It is suitable for vegetarians and is widely used in cheese making. The use of microbial rennet does not significantly alter the nutritional profile of the cheese.
Benefits
Suitable for vegetarians and effectively coagulates milk for cheese production without altering nutritional content.
Processing
Processed Foods
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