At a glance
Summary
This Gouda cheese is primarily made from cultured pasteurized milk, which is a beneficial ingredient providing essential nutrients like calcium and protein. However, it is classified as ultra-processed due to the inclusion of annatto for coloring and its processing level, which limits its score. Despite having a clean ingredient list with minimal additives, the processing level prevents it from achieving a higher rating.
Key ingredients 4
Cultured pasteurized milkVery Good
This ingredient provides high-quality protein and calcium, essential for bone health and muscle function, making it a nutritious base for cheese.
See more about Cultured pasteurized milk →saltNeutral
Standard formulation ingredient — neither beneficial nor harmful at typical use.
See more about salt →microbial enzymesNeutral
Microbial enzymes are used in cheese production to facilitate fermentation, playing a technical role without direct health implications.
See more about microbial enzymes →annatto (vegetable color)Neutral
Annatto is a natural coloring agent used to give the cheese its characteristic hue, with no significant health impact.
Processing
Ultra-Processed Foods
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