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Totally Cheesy Cheese Spread

Totally Cheesy Cheese Spread nutrition label, ingredients and packaging

Not Vegan

Contains 'milk'

Health ScoreModerate
70/100
Calories
300
Sugar
3g
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Family & Pet Safety

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Not Dog Safe 🐶❌

⚠️ DANGEROUS: Anemia (Red blood cell damage).
Ref: AKC
⚠️ DANGEROUS: Anemia (More potent than onion).
Ref: AKC
⚠️ SODIUM ION POISONING: Vomiting, seizures (in high doses).
Ref: Merck Vet
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Pregnancy Safe? 🤰✅

Safe for consumption.

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Kid Friendly 👶✅

Kid-friendly ingredients.

Ingredient Decoder

High Risk Additives

Sulfur Dioxide

Used to bleach flour and preserve dried fruits. It destroys Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) in foods and poses significant risks to those with asthma.

Full Ingredients List:

cheddar cheese (pasteurized milk, cheese cultures, salt, microbial enzyme), water, syrah soaked toscano cheese (pasteurized milk, cheese cultures, salt, microbial enzyme, syrah wine [syrah wine, sulfur dioxide]), cream cheese (pasteurized milk and cream, cheese culture, salt, carob bean gum), parmesan cheese (pasteurized part-skim milk, cheese cultures, salt, enzymes), water, yeast, sliced almonds, sea salt, lactic acid, onion powder, garlic powder, contains milk, almond

Diet Compatibility

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Vegan

Avoid

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Gluten-Free

OK

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Keto

OK

What you need to know

Fat in high quantity (23.3g)

A high consumption of fat can raise cholesterol and increase heart disease risk. Limit consumption.

Source: National Health Service UK (NHS) - Fat: the facts

Saturated Fat in high quantity (15g)

High consumption of saturated fats increases the risk of heart diseases. Choose products with lower content.

Source: National Health Service UK (NHS)

Sugars in low quantity (3.33g)

Low sugar content. Good for weight control and dental health.

Source: National Health Service UK (NHS) - Sugar: the facts

Salt in high quantity (2.67g)

High consumption of salt can cause raised blood pressure and stroke risk. Most people consume twice the recommended limit.

Source: WHO - Fact sheet - Salt reduction

Health Benefits

  • Low Sugar

Cons & Warnings

  • Contains Sulfur Dioxide
  • High Sodium

Processing Level

Based on ingredient analysis (NOVA System)

NOVA 4: Ultra Processed

Analysis Report

Sarah Jenkins, RDN

Sarah Jenkins, RDN

Registered Dietitian

"Sarah specializes in metabolic health and label decoding."

Health Integrity Analysis

Is Totally Cheesy Cheese Spread truly good for you, or is it just clever marketing? We analyzed the nutritional density, ingredient safety, and processing levels using the CakeID Algorithm. With a calculated health score of 70/100, here is the deep dive into what you are actually eating.

⚠️ Additive Watch: Critical Flags

The ingredient list reveals the presence of Sulfur Dioxide. Used to bleach flour and preserve dried fruits. It destroys Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) in foods and poses significant risks to those with asthma. For health-conscious consumers, this is a significant red flag that lowered the product's overall score.

Nutritional Balance

With only 3g of sugar, this product maintains a balanced profile. It avoids the excessive sweetness of typical processed foods while providing 13g of protein.

Final Verdict

Taking into account the macro-nutrient balance, additive risks, and caloric density, Totally Cheesy Cheese Spread achieves a CakeID Score of 70/100.

Consume in Moderation: It's not a health hazard, but it shouldn't be a staple in your daily diet due to its processing level or nutritional density.

Health Recommendations

Sodium Watch

Contains 2.7g salt/100g. Drink water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Totally Cheesy Cheese Spread healthy?
It depends on your goals. With a score of 70/100, it should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
Is Totally Cheesy Cheese Spread Vegan?
No. Contains 'milk'.
Does it contain harmful additives?
Yes, it contains Sulfur Dioxide, which is flagged in our database.
Disclaimer: The information provided by CakeID is for educational purposes only and not intended as medical advice. Always consult a professional for dietary concerns.

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 package

Amount per serving
Calories
300
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 23g29%
Saturated Fat 15g75%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg0%
Sodium 1000mg43%
Total Carbohydrate 7g3%
Dietary Fiber 0g0%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 13g
Vitamin D 0mcg0%
Calcium 0mg0%
Iron 0mg0%
Potassium 0mg0%

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Burn It Off

To burn off the 300 kcal in 100g, you'd need to:

30
Run
38
Cycle
75
Walk

Sugar Visualization

1 cube ≈ 4g sugar (Contains ~1 cubes)

Macros

FDA Check

Passed. No active recalls.