Is Cured Cheese Cow and Sheep Blend Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Fonte Mourisca
Fonte Mourisca's Cured Cheese Cow and Sheep Blend is reviewed here as a dairy. 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 E235.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes pasteurized cow and sheep milk, salt, and E235 as a preservative. The presence of E235 raises concerns about synthetic additives, impacting the overall rating.
Main concern
E235 is a synthetic preservative that raises quality concerns due to its artificial nature.
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 a significant amount of cow (min. 60%) and sheep (min. 15%) milk, indicating a rich dairy source.
- Pasteurization ensures the reduction of harmful bacteria, enhancing safety in consumption.
Concerns
- E235 is a synthetic preservative that raises quality concerns due to its artificial nature.
- The use of salt may contribute to health concerns for those monitoring sodium intake.
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 dairy, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Cow Milk safe in this dairy?
Good
Cow Milk is used here as base. Cow milk serves as the primary ingredient, providing essential nutrients and flavor. Its pasteurization enhances safety by eliminating pathogens.
Role in formula: base
Original: Leite de vaca
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Is Sheep Milk safe in this dairy?
Good
Sheep Milk is used here as base. Sheep milk contributes to the cheese's unique flavor profile and nutritional value, being rich in proteins and fats.
Role in formula: base
Original: ovelha
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Is Salt safe in this dairy?
Medium
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is used for flavor enhancement and preservation, but excessive consumption can pose health risks.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sal
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Is E235 safe in this dairy?
Bad
E235 is used here as preservative. E235 is a synthetic preservative used to extend shelf life, raising concerns about the use of artificial additives in food products.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: conservante: E235
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: 3571574
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Allergens detected: milk
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