Is Cream Cheese Style Spread Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Farm Boy
Cream Cheese Style Spread is one of the dairy products analyzed by Zerotox for Farm Boy. The product scores 85/100 in Zerotox, meaning it is generally considered low concern based on the current ingredient profile.
This cream cheese style spread features cashews, coconut oil, and nutritional yeast, indicating a composition rich in natural ingredients. The presence of chickpea miso adds depth, supporting a clean rating.
85 / 100
Why score is 85
This cream cheese style spread features cashews, coconut oil, and nutritional yeast, indicating a composition rich in natural ingredients. The presence of chickpea miso adds depth, supporting a clean rating.
Main concern
Coconut oil, while natural, is high in saturated fat, which may raise concerns for some consumers.
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
- Cashews provide a creamy texture and are a source of healthy fats, enhancing the spread's quality.
- Coconut oil contributes to the spread's smoothness and is a natural fat, supporting the clean rating.
- Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor and is a source of B vitamins, improving the overall nutritional profile.
- Chickpea miso introduces probiotics, which can enhance gut health, further supporting the product's quality.
Concerns
- Coconut oil, while natural, is high in saturated fat, which may raise concerns for some consumers.
- The use of sea salt, although natural, can contribute to sodium intake, which some may wish to limit.
- Chickpea miso contains koji spores, which may not be suitable for those with mold sensitivities.
- The presence of quinoa rejuvelac, while beneficial, may not be familiar to all consumers, potentially raising questions about digestibility.
Who should avoid this product?
This product may be less suitable for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
Ingredients breakdown
Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this dairy.
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Is Cashews safe in this dairy?
Good
Cashews is used here as base. Cashews are a key ingredient providing creaminess and healthy fats, contributing positively to the spread's texture and flavor.
Role in formula: base
Original: Cashews
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Is Water safe in this dairy?
Good
Water is used here as solvent. Water serves as a solvent in this spread, helping to achieve the desired consistency without adding calories.
Role in formula: solvent
Original: Water
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Is Coconut Oil safe in this dairy?
Medium
Coconut Oil is used here as base. Coconut oil adds richness and smoothness to the spread but is high in saturated fat, which may raise health concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Coconut oil
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Is Coconut Milk safe in this dairy?
Good
Coconut Milk is used here as base. Coconut milk enhances the creaminess and flavor profile, providing a rich texture while being plant-based.
Role in formula: base
Original: Coconut milk
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Is Quinoa Rejuvelac safe in this dairy?
Good
Quinoa Rejuvelac is used here as natural_extract. Quinoa rejuvelac is a fermented liquid that adds probiotics, potentially benefiting gut health and enhancing flavor.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Quinoa rejuvelac (water, quinoa)
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Is Sea Salt safe in this dairy?
Medium
Sea Salt is used here as flavor. Sea salt is used for flavor enhancement but can contribute to sodium intake, which some consumers may want to monitor.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Sea salt
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Is Nutritional Yeast safe in this dairy?
Good
Nutritional Yeast is used here as flavor. Nutritional yeast provides a cheesy flavor and is a source of B vitamins, enhancing the nutritional value of the spread.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Nutritional yeast
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Is Chickpea Miso safe in this dairy?
Good
Chickpea Miso is used here as natural_extract. Chickpea miso adds depth of flavor and probiotics, contributing positively to the spread's overall quality.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Chickpea miso (rice, chickpeas, sea salt, water, koji spores)
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: 3441241
More from this brand: Farm Boy products in Zerotox
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Allergens detected: tree_nut , soy
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