Is Almette - Shallot-Parsley Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Almette
Almette - Shallot-Parsley is one of the dairy products analyzed by Zerotox for Almette. The product scores 70/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The sections below explain why ingredients like Nitrogen affect the overall evaluation.
70 / 100
Why score is 70
The composition includes fresh cheese and shallots, which are generally acceptable. However, the presence of salt raises some concerns about sodium content.
Main concern
Salt is present, which may raise concerns for those monitoring sodium intake.
Why it matters: This ingredient is flagged in our analysis based on regulatory and scientific sources. Check the Ingredients section for details and see Data sources for methodology.
Regulation status: Ingredient safety is assessed from EU/EPA/CIR and similar databases; formulations may vary. Always read the product label.
Pros
- Fresh cheese provides a creamy texture and is a good base for flavoring.
- Shallots add a mild onion flavor, enhancing the overall taste profile.
- Parsley is a natural herb that contributes freshness and color.
- Minimal processing is indicated by the use of fresh ingredients.
Concerns
- Salt is present, which may raise concerns for those monitoring sodium intake.
- The use of nitrogen for whipping may indicate some processing.
- Limited ingredient variety may affect flavor complexity.
- No preservatives or stabilizers are noted, which could impact shelf life.
Who should avoid this product?
This product may be less suitable for:
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this dairy.
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Is Fresh Cheese safe in this dairy?
Medium
Fresh Cheese is used here as base. Fresh cheese serves as the primary ingredient, providing a creamy base. Its quality can vary based on production methods.
Role in formula: base
Original: Frischkäse
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Is Shallots safe in this dairy?
Good
Shallots is used here as flavor. Shallots are a natural flavoring agent that adds a mild onion taste, enhancing the product's flavor profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: 10% Schalotten
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Is Parsley safe in this dairy?
Good
Parsley is used here as natural_extract. Parsley is a natural herb that contributes freshness and color, indicating a focus on natural ingredients.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Petersilie
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Is Salt safe in this dairy?
Medium
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is used for flavor enhancement but raises concerns regarding sodium content, which can affect health if consumed excessively.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Salz
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Is Nitrogen safe in this dairy?
Bad
Nitrogen is used here as gas. Nitrogen is used for whipping, which may indicate processing. Its presence raises questions about the product's naturalness.
Role in formula: gas
Original: Stickstoff zum Aufschlagen
How we score
Our safety scores and ingredient breakdowns are based on regulatory and scientific sources. See Data sources & methodology and How Zerotox works for full details.
Product info
Product ID: 3808738
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