Real Grated Parmesean & Romano Cheese

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Is Real Grated Parmesean & Romano Cheese healthy?

Real Grated Parmesean & Romano Cheese scores 65/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This cheese product contains beneficial ingredients like Parmesan and Romano cheese, which are rich in protein and calcium.

How processed is Real Grated Parmesean & Romano Cheese?

Real Grated Parmesean & Romano Cheese is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Real Grated Parmesean & Romano Cheese's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Parmesan and Romano Cheese, Pasturized Part-Skim Cow's Milk, Cheese Cultures count in its favor; Potassium Sorbate is flagged as an ingredient of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Real Grated Parmesean & Romano Cheese

65 Fair

Analysis updated June 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 3
Harmful ingredients 1
Category Cheese
Summary

This cheese product contains beneficial ingredients like Parmesan and Romano cheese, which are rich in protein and calcium. However, it includes potassium sorbate, a synthetic preservative, which raises concerns due to its potential for causing allergic reactions. The presence of powdered cellulose as an anti-caking agent also indicates a moderate level of processing, which impacts the overall score.

Key ingredients 7

Parmesan and Romano Cheese
Good

This cheese provides rich flavor and high-quality protein, making it a nutritious addition to dishes.

Pasturized Part-Skim Cow's Milk
Good

Using skim milk reduces fat content while maintaining essential nutrients like calcium and protein.

Cheese Cultures
Good

Cultures help develop the cheese's flavor and texture naturally, supporting digestive health.

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Salt
Neutral

Standard formulation ingredient — neither beneficial nor harmful at typical use.

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Enzymes
Neutral

Standard formulation ingredient — neither beneficial nor harmful at typical use.

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Powdered Cellulose
Neutral

This additive prevents caking and clumping, ensuring the cheese remains easy to sprinkle and use.

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Potassium Sorbate
Bad

Synthetic preservative — flagged in daily-use products.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

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