Crema Mexicana (Mexican Cream)

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Common questions

Is Crema Mexicana (Mexican Cream) healthy?

Crema Mexicana (Mexican Cream) scores 65/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This product contains high-quality ingredients like pasteurized heavy cream and cultured milk, which provide beneficial fats and probiotics.

How processed is Crema Mexicana (Mexican Cream)?

Crema Mexicana (Mexican Cream) is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Crema Mexicana (Mexican Cream)'s score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Pasteurized Heavy Cream, Cream Cheese, Sour Cream count in its favor. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Crema Mexicana (Mexican Cream)

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65 Fair

Analysis updated June 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 5
Harmful ingredients 0
Category Dairy
Summary

This product contains high-quality ingredients like pasteurized heavy cream and cultured milk, which provide beneficial fats and probiotics. However, it is a processed food with added salt and a moderate level of processing, which limits its score. The presence of carob beans as a stabilizer is acceptable, but the overall processing level prevents it from achieving a higher rating.

Key ingredients 7

Pasteurized Heavy Cream
Good

Pasteurized heavy cream provides rich flavor and smooth texture, making the product creamy and enjoyable.

Cream Cheese
Good

Cream cheese adds a mild tang and creamy consistency, enhancing the overall taste and texture.

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Sour Cream
Good

Sour cream contributes a slight tang and creaminess, balancing flavors in the product.

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Cultured Milk
Good

Cultured milk introduces beneficial probiotics and a tangy flavor, supporting digestion and taste.

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Carob Beans
Good

Carob beans add natural sweetness and flavor, serving as a healthier alternative to chocolate.

Whey
Neutral

Liquid whey as a minor dairy ingredient — benign.

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Salt
Neutral

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

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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