Original Cheesecake

Why this score

• Capped: contains High Fructose Corn Syrupadded-sugar load
• Capped: contains Artificial flavorsynthetic flavoring — undisclosed composition
• Ultra-processed + additivesNOVA group 4 (ultra-processed) combined with a flagged additive — capped at 6.
• High in sugar, saturated fat; medium saltFSA traffic lights per 100g: high sugar 24 g (−0.6); high saturated fat 13 g (−1.5); medium salt 0.6 g (−0.2) (total −2.3).

Ingredients (39)

• 6Cream cheeseDairy fat and protein; high in saturated fat.
• 6SaltMineral seasoning; essential for flavor; high sodium if excessive.
• 6Xanthan gumFermented thickener, generally safe
• 8Carob bean gumNatural thickener from carob; minimally processed, generally safe ingredient
• 6Guar gumNatural thickener from guar beans; safe additive in moderate amounts
• 3SugarRefined sweetener; high caloric density, contributes to dental/metabolic issues.
• 8Sour creamFermented cultured dairy; minimally processed with beneficial cultures
• 6CreamMinimally processed dairy ingredient; natural source of fat.
• 8Nonfat milk solidsMinimally processed dairy derivative; good protein source, lacks fat.
• 5Modified food starchHighly processed; used as thickener/texturizer, minimal nutrition.
• 3Sodium TripolyphosphateFood additive; concerns about phosphate overload in modern diets.
• 6Calcium sulfateFood additive; used as firming agent and desiccant; generally safe.
• 6CarrageenanSeaweed-derived thickener; generally recognized safe; possible inflammation.
• 7Locust Bean GumNatural thickener from carob; safe but highly processed.
• 6Potassium sorbate preservativeSynthetic preservative; safe in normal amounts, extends shelf life
• 5Enriched wheat flourRefined grain with added nutrients; processed but fortified
• 8NiacinB vitamin, essential micronutrient added for nutritional enrichment.
• 7Reduced ironEssential mineral added for nutritional enrichment; bioavailable form.
• 8Thiamine mononitrateB vitamin (thiamine); essential nutrient added for enrichment.
• 8RiboflavinB vitamin; essential micronutrient added for nutritional enrichment.
• 8Folic acidB vitamin; essential micronutrient added for nutritional enrichment.
• 7Graham flourWhole grain flour; minimally processed with more fiber than white flour
• 4Palm OilSaturated fat from palm; high in saturated fat, environmental concerns.
• 2High Fructose Corn SyrupSweetener linked to metabolic and inflammatory concerns.
• 3DextroseSimple sugar; fermentable substrate and flavor contributor; minimal nutritional value.
• 8whey milkDairy product; good protein and calcium source with light processing.
• 7MolassesByproduct of sugar refining; less processed than refined sugar.
• 4Artificial flavorSynthetic flavoring; offers no nutritional value, safety debated
• 7Baking sodaNatural leavening agent; safe and well-tolerated.
• 9EggsWhole food; excellent protein and nutrient source.
• 4Margarine with palm oilHighly processed trans fat substitute; palm oil raises cholesterol
• 10WaterEssential ingredient; no harmful effects.
• 6Mono- and diglyceridesEmulsifier fats; may contain trace trans fats.
• 6Soy LecithinEmulsifier from soy; natural, common in food, safe.
• 5sodium benzoateChemical preservative; may form benzene with vitamin C; acceptable in small amounts.
• 7Beta carotene colorNatural provitamin A; beneficial nutrient used as colorant
• 8Vitamin A palmitateFat-soluble vitamin A; synthetic form; safe at fortification levels.
• 3Artificial vanilla flavorSynthetic flavouring with no nutritional value.
• 9SpiceNatural flavoring with potential antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits

Allergens

Contains: soy, milk, gluten, eggs

From the product label and its ingredient list, and not part of the score. Anything not listed here simply wasn't declared - that is not the same as being free from it. Always check the packaging.

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