Is Ricotta Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Pingo Doce
Pingo Doce's Ricotta 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 pasteurized cow's whey, cream, and lactic acid as an acidity regulator. While whey and cream are natural, the presence of acidity regulators raises some concerns about processing.
70 / 100
Why score is 70
The composition includes pasteurized cow's whey, cream, and lactic acid as an acidity regulator. While whey and cream are natural, the presence of acidity regulators raises some concerns about processing.
Main concern
The use of acidity regulators like lactic acid indicates some level of processing.
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 pasteurized cow's whey, a natural dairy ingredient that contributes to texture and flavor.
- Includes cream, which enhances the richness and creaminess of the ricotta.
- Lactic acid is a natural acidity regulator that helps maintain product stability.
Concerns
- The use of acidity regulators like lactic acid indicates some level of processing.
- Salt is added, which may not be suitable 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 Pasteurized Cow S Whey safe in this dairy?
Good
Pasteurized Cow S Whey is used here as base. Pasteurized cow's whey is a natural dairy product that provides a creamy texture and is a primary ingredient in ricotta.
Role in formula: base
Original: soro de leite de vaca pasteurizado
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Is Cream safe in this dairy?
Good
Cream is used here as base. Cream adds richness and enhances the mouthfeel of the ricotta, contributing positively to its overall quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: nata
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Is Salt safe in this dairy?
Medium
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt is used for flavor enhancement but may raise concerns for those on sodium-restricted diets.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sal
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Is Lactic Acid safe in this dairy?
Medium
Lactic Acid is used here as acidulant. Lactic acid serves as an acidity regulator, helping to maintain the product's stability but indicating some processing.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: regulador de acidez (ácido láctico)
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: 3999866
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Allergens detected: milk
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