At a glance
Summary
This cheese is made from pasteurized cow's milk, salt, cheese rennet, and cheese culture, which are traditional ingredients for cheese-making. The product is processed but maintains a clean label with no harmful additives or seed oils, allowing it to score well within its category. The simplicity and quality of the ingredients contribute positively to its rating, despite the processing level cap.
Key ingredients 4
Pasteurized cow's milkGood
Pasteurized cow's milk is a primary source of calcium and protein, essential for bone health and muscle maintenance. The pasteurization process ensures safety by eliminating harmful bacteria while retaining nutritional value. It is a high-quality animal-based protein with a complete amino acid profile.
Risks
Some individuals may be lactose intolerant or allergic to cow's milk proteins.
Benefits
Rich in calcium and protein, supporting bone health and muscle maintenance. Provides essential vitamins and minerals such as vitamin D and B12.
Cheese cultureGood
Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.
See more about Cheese culture →SaltNeutral
Salt is used as a preservative and flavor enhancer in cheese production. It helps in controlling the fermentation process and adds taste. However, excessive consumption of salt can lead to health issues such as hypertension.
Risks
Excessive intake of salt can contribute to high blood pressure and cardiovascular issues.
Cheese rennetNeutral
Cheese rennet is an enzyme used to coagulate milk, forming curds and whey in cheese production. It is essential for the cheese-making process but does not contribute significant nutritional value. The source of rennet can vary, but it is typically derived from animal or microbial sources.
Processing
Processed Foods
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