Is Morrisons Savers Strength 2 Red Leicester Cheese Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Morrisons
Morrisons's Morrisons Savers Strength 2 Red Leicester Cheese is reviewed here as a dairy. Zerotox gives it 70/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes Red Leicester cheese made from milk, with added colors like annatto norbixin and carotenes. While the cheese is a dairy product, the use of artificial colors raises some quality concerns.
70 / 100
Why score is 70
The composition includes Red Leicester cheese made from milk, with added colors like annatto norbixin and carotenes. While the cheese is a dairy product, the use of artificial colors raises some quality concerns.
Main concern
The presence of artificial colors like annatto norbixin 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
- Contains Red Leicester cheese, a dairy product that provides a rich flavor.
- Milk as a primary ingredient indicates a natural source of calcium.
- Annatto norbixin is a natural colorant derived from the achiote tree.
- Carotenes are natural pigments that can enhance the color without synthetic additives.
Concerns
- The presence of artificial colors like annatto norbixin may raise concerns for some consumers.
- Carotenes, while natural, are still processed and may not align with all clean eating standards.
- Limited ingredient transparency as the brand does not specify the source of milk.
- Potential allergens present due to dairy content, which may not be suitable for all consumers.
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 Milk safe in this dairy?
Good
Milk is used here as base. Milk is the primary ingredient in Red Leicester cheese, providing essential nutrients like calcium and protein. Its quality is generally high, contributing positively to the product.
Role in formula: base
Original: milk
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Is Annatto Norbixin safe in this dairy?
Medium
Annatto Norbixin is used here as colorant. Annatto norbixin is a natural colorant used to enhance the visual appeal of the cheese. While derived from a natural source, its processing raises some concerns about ingredient purity.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: annatto norbixin
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Is Carotenes safe in this dairy?
Medium
Carotenes is used here as colorant. Carotenes are natural pigments that provide color to the cheese. They are generally considered safe but indicate some level of processing, which may concern certain consumers.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: carotenes
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: 3934820
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Allergens detected: milk
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