Is Cheesecake Half Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Globus
Globus's Cheesecake Half is reviewed here as a food. Zerotox gives it 60/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The ingredient review below focuses especially on Modified Starch, Glucose Syrup.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like modified starch and emulsifiers, which raise quality concerns. The presence of sugar and glucose syrup also indicates a high level of processing.
Main concern
High sugar content from ingredients like glucose syrup and added sugar raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
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
- Contains quark, a dairy product that provides a creamy texture and flavor.
- Includes butter, which can enhance the richness of the cheesecake.
- Natural flavors are present, indicating some use of real ingredients.
- The use of eggs contributes to the structure and moisture of the cake.
Concerns
- High sugar content from ingredients like glucose syrup and added sugar raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
- Modified starch and emulsifiers suggest a level of processing that may affect quality.
- Presence of lactose may be an issue for lactose-intolerant individuals.
- Use of wheat flour and starch may pose gluten concerns for sensitive individuals.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this food, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Quark safe in this food?
Good
Quark is used here as base. Quark is a fresh dairy product that provides a creamy texture and is a good source of moisture in this cheesecake. Its quality is generally high.
Role in formula: base
Original: QUARKMASSE
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Is Water safe in this food?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water is essential for the consistency of the cheesecake, helping to blend the ingredients smoothly without adding calories.
Role in formula: base
Original: Wasser
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Is Sugar safe in this food?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is used to sweeten the cheesecake, but its high content raises concerns about excessive sweetness and potential health impacts.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Zucker
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Is Egg safe in this food?
Good
Egg is used here as base. Eggs provide structure and moisture to the cheesecake, contributing positively to its texture and flavor.
Role in formula: base
Original: HÜHNERVOLLEI
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Is Rapeseed Oil safe in this food?
Medium
Rapeseed Oil is used here as emulsifier. Rapeseed oil is used for moisture and texture, but as a processed oil, it raises some concerns regarding quality.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: Rapsöl
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Is Modified Starch safe in this food?
Bad
Modified Starch is used here as thickener. Modified starch is a processed ingredient used to improve texture but raises concerns about its synthetic nature and processing.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: modifizierte Stärke
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Is Glucose Syrup safe in this food?
Bad
Glucose Syrup is used here as sweetener. Glucose syrup is a highly processed sweetener that contributes to the sugar content, raising concerns about health impacts.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Glukosesirup
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Is Butter safe in this food?
Good
Butter is used here as base. Butter adds richness and flavor to the cheesecake, contributing positively to its overall taste and texture.
Role in formula: base
Original: BUTTER
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Is Wheat Flour safe in this food?
Medium
Wheat Flour is used here as base. Wheat flour is used for structure but may pose gluten concerns for sensitive individuals.
Role in formula: base
Original: WEIZENMEHL
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Is Natural Flavor safe in this food?
Medium
Natural Flavor is used here as flavor. Natural flavors enhance the taste profile of the cheesecake, but the exact composition is not disclosed, raising some transparency concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: natürliches Aroma
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: 3542090
More from this brand: Globus products in Zerotox
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Allergens detected: milk , egg , wheat
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