At a glance
Summary
This cream cheese is ultra-processed, which limits its score despite having some beneficial ingredients like milk and starter cultures. The presence of stabilizers such as guar gum and locust bean gum indicates a higher level of processing, which can affect digestive health in sensitive individuals. While it contains essential nutrients from milk, the additives and processing level prevent it from scoring higher.
Key ingredients 8
Cream (18%)Very Good
Cream provides rich flavor and texture, along with beneficial fats and nutrients, enhancing the product's quality.
Starter CultureVery Good
Starter cultures are beneficial bacteria that aid in fermentation, supporting natural digestion and flavor development.
See more about Starter Culture →MilkGood
Milk is a natural source of high-quality protein and essential nutrients, making it a beneficial ingredient in cream cheese.
See more about Milk →Milk SolidsNeutral
Milk solids are processed components that contribute to texture but do not significantly impact health positively or negatively.
See more about Milk Solids →SaltNeutral
Standard formulation ingredient — neither beneficial nor harmful at typical use.
See more about Salt →Processing Aids (Milk)Neutral
Processing aids are used during manufacturing to ensure quality but do not directly impact nutritional value.
Stabilisers (412, 410)Bad
Stabilisers are added to improve texture but are highly processed and may have negative health perceptions.
270Bad
Used as acidity regulator. Acidity regulators are used to control pH levels but are synthetic additives that some consumers prefer to avoid.
Processing
Ultra-Processed Foods
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