At a glance
Summary
This cheese product is processed but features a relatively clean ingredient list, primarily composed of pasteurized milk, cheese culture, and salt. The use of natamycin as a mold inhibitor is a minor concern due to its potential impact on gut microbiota, but it is generally recognized as safe. The absence of seed oils, artificial dyes, and high-fructose corn syrup contributes positively to its rating, although the processing level limits its maximum score.
Key ingredients 6
Pasteurized MilkGood
Provides quality dairy protein, calcium, and fats to support muscle health and bone strength.
See more about Pasteurized Milk →Cheese CultureGood
Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.
See more about Cheese Culture →SaltNeutral
Standard culinary salt used for flavor enhancement and food preservation.
See more about Salt →EnzymesNeutral
Natural proteins used to help curdle the milk and age the cheese properly.
See more about Enzymes →AnnattoNeutral
A natural plant-derived colorant commonly used to give cheeses a rich, golden hue.
See more about Annatto →NatamycinNeutral
A naturally occurring antimicrobial agent used to prevent mold growth on the outer surface of the cheese.
See more about Natamycin →Processing
Processed Foods
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