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Summary
This Parmesan cheese contains beneficial ingredients like cultured pasteurized part-skim milk, which provides essential nutrients such as protein and calcium. However, it also includes powdered cellulose and potassium sorbate, which are signs of processing and synthetic additives. The presence of these additives and the processed nature of the product influence its overall health rating.
Key ingredients 5
Cultured Pasteurized Part-Skim MilkVery Good
This ingredient provides high-quality protein and calcium, supporting muscle and bone health, and is processed with pasteurization for safety.
See more about Cultured Pasteurized Part-Skim Milk →SaltNeutral
Standard formulation ingredient — neither beneficial nor harmful at typical use.
See more about Salt →EnzymesNeutral
Enzymes are used to facilitate cheese aging and texture development without adding significant health impact.
See more about Enzymes →Powdered CelluloseBad
Powdered cellulose is added to prevent caking but is a synthetic additive that some consumers prefer to avoid.
See more about Powdered Cellulose →Potassium SorbateBad
Potassium sorbate acts as a preservative to extend shelf life but is a synthetic chemical that may concern some consumers.
See more about Potassium Sorbate →Processing
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