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Black bear, bruschetta cheese ball

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Barcode: 0630003999188 (EAN / EAN-13) 630003999188 (UPC / UPC-A)

Brands: Black Bear

Brand owner: Black Bear Enterprise, Inc.

Categories: Dairies, Fermented foods, Fermented milk products, Cheeses

Countries where sold: United States

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Ingredients

31 ingredients

Ny cheddar cheese (cultured milk, salt, enzymes), asiago cheese, water, sundried tomatoes, almonds, whey, sugar, salt, sodium citrate, dried garlic, dried onions, spices, dried red bell peppers, dried carrots, xanthan gum, maltodextrin, dried parsley, guar gum and/or locust bean gum, natural flavor, dried soy sauce (wheat, soybeans, salt), citric acid, milk fat, potassium sorbate, disodium phosphate.

Allergens: Gluten, Milk, Nuts, Soybeans

Food processing

Ultra processed foods
Elements that indicate the product is in the 4 - Ultra processed food and drink products group:

Additive: E410 - Locust bean gum

Additive: E412 - Guar gum

Additive: E415 - Xanthan gum

Ingredient: Flavouring

Ingredient: Maltodextrin

Ingredient: Whey
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Unprocessed or minimally processed foods

Processed culinary ingredients

Processed foods

Ultra processed foods

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Additives

E202 - Potassium sorbate

Potassium sorbate (E202) is a synthetic food preservative commonly used to extend the shelf life of various food products.

It works by inhibiting the growth of molds, yeast, and some bacteria, preventing spoilage. When added to foods, it helps maintain their freshness and quality.

Some studies have shown that when combined with nitrites, potassium sorbate have genotoxic activity in vitro. However, potassium sorbate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by regulatory authorities.

E330 - Citric acid

Citric acid is a natural organic acid found in citrus fruits such as lemons, oranges, and limes.

It is widely used in the food industry as a flavor enhancer, acidulant, and preservative due to its tart and refreshing taste.

Citric acid is safe for consumption when used in moderation and is considered a generally recognized as safe (GRAS) food additive by regulatory agencies worldwide.

E331 - Sodium citrates

Sodium citrate: Sodium citrate may refer to any of the sodium salts of citrate -though most commonly the third-: Monosodium citrate Disodium citrate Trisodium citrateThe three forms of the salt are collectively known by the E number E331. Sodium citrates are used as acidity regulators in food and drinks, and also as emulsifiers for oils. They enable cheeses to melt without becoming greasy.
Source: Wikipedia

E339ii - Disodium phosphate

Sodium phosphates: Sodium phosphate is a generic term for a variety of salts of sodium -Na+- and phosphate -PO43−-. Phosphate also forms families or condensed anions including di-, tri-, tetra-, and polyphosphates. Most of these salts are known in both anhydrous -water-free- and hydrated forms. The hydrates are more common than the anhydrous forms.
Source: Wikipedia

E410 - Locust bean gum

Locust bean gum: Locust bean gum -LBG, also known as carob gum, carob bean gum, carobin, E410- is a thickening agent and a gelling agent used in food technology.
Source: Wikipedia

E412 - Guar gum

Guar gum (E412) is a natural food additive derived from guar beans.

This white, odorless powder is valued for its remarkable thickening and stabilizing properties, making it a common ingredient in various food products, including sauces, dressings, and ice creams.

When used in moderation, guar gum is considered safe for consumption, with no known adverse health effects.

E415 - Xanthan gum

Xanthan gum (E415) is a natural polysaccharide derived from fermented sugars, often used in the food industry as a thickening and stabilizing agent.

This versatile food additive enhances texture and prevents ingredient separation in a wide range of products, including salad dressings, sauces, and gluten-free baked goods.

It is considered safe for consumption even at high intake amounts.

Ingredients analysis

May contain palm oil

Ingredients that may contain palm oil: Milkfat

Non-vegan
Non-vegan ingredients: Soured milk, Asiago, Whey, Milkfat
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Unrecognized ingredients: Ny-cheddar-cheese, Sodium citrate, E339ii
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: Ny cheddar cheese (cultured milk, salt, enzymes), asiago cheese, water, sundried tomatoes, almonds, whey, sugar, salt, sodium citrate, dried garlic, dried onions, spices, red bell peppers, dried carrots, xanthan gum, maltodextrin, parsley, guar gum, locust bean gum, natural flavor, soy sauce (wheat, soybeans, salt), citric acid, milk fat, potassium sorbate, disodium phosphate
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Nutrition

Poor nutritional quality
⚠ ️Warning: the amount of fruits, vegetables and nuts is not specified on the label, it was estimated from the list of ingredients: 9
This product is not considered a beverage for the calculation of the Nutri-Score.

Positive points: 8

Proteins: 5 / 5 (value: 16.13, rounded value: 16.13)

Fiber: 3 / 5 (value: 3.2, rounded value: 3.2)

Fruits, vegetables, nuts, and colza/walnut/olive oils: 0 / 5 (value: 9.1589469909668, rounded value: 9.2)

Negative points: 24

Energy: 3 / 10 (value: 1213, rounded value: 1213)

Sugars: 1 / 10 (value: 6.45, rounded value: 6.45)

Saturated fat: 10 / 10 (value: 11.29, rounded value: 11.3)

Sodium: 10 / 10 (value: 1097, rounded value: 1097)

The points for proteins are counted because the product is in the cheeses category.

Nutritional score: (24 - 8)

Nutri-Score:
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Nutrient levels
- Fat in high quantity (22.6%)
  What you need to know
  
  A high consumption of fat, especially saturated fats, can raise cholesterol, which increases the risk of heart diseases.
  
  Recommendation: Limit the consumption of fat and saturated fat
  
  Choose products with lower fat and saturated fat content.
  
  Source: National Health Service UK (NHS) - Fat: the facts
- Saturated fat in high quantity (11.3%)
  What you need to know
  
  A high consumption of fat, especially saturated fats, can raise cholesterol, which increases the risk of heart diseases.
  
  Recommendation: Limit the consumption of fat and saturated fat
  
  Choose products with lower fat and saturated fat content.
  
  Source: National Health Service UK (NHS) - Fat: the facts
- Sugars in moderate quantity (6.45%)
  What you need to know
  
  A high consumption of sugar can cause weight gain and tooth decay. It also augments the risk of type 2 diabetes and cardio-vascular diseases.
  
  Recommendation: Limit the consumption of sugar and sugary drinks
  
  Sugary drinks (such as sodas, fruit beverages, and fruit juices and nectars) should be limited as much as possible (no more than 1 glass a day).
  
  Choose products with lower sugar content and reduce the consumption of products with added sugars.
  
  Source: National Health Service UK (NHS) - Sugar: the facts
- Salt in high quantity (2.74%)
  What you need to know
  
  A high consumption of salt (or sodium) can cause raised blood pressure, which can increase the risk of heart disease and stroke.
  
  Many people who have high blood pressure do not know it, as there are often no symptoms.
  
  Most people consume too much salt (on average 9 to 12 grams per day), around twice the recommended maximum level of intake.
  
  Recommendation: Limit the consumption of salt and salted food
  
  Reduce the quantity of salt used when cooking, and don't salt again at the table.
  
  Limit the consumption of salty snacks and choose products with lower salt content.
  
  Source: World Health Organization (WHO) - Fact sheet - Salt reduction
  
  Source: National Health Service UK (NHS) - Salt: the facts

Nutrition facts

Nutrition facts	As sold for 100 g / 100 ml	As sold per serving (2 Tbsp (31 g))	Compared to: Cheeses
Energy	1,213 kj (290 kcal)	376 kj (89 kcal)	-11%
Fat	22.58 g	7 g	-12%
Saturated fat	11.29 g	3.5 g	-32%
Trans fat	0 g	0 g
Cholesterol	48 mg	14.9 mg	-38%
Carbohydrates	16.13 g	5 g	+727%
Sugars	6.45 g	2 g	+620%
Fiber	3.2 g	0.992 g	+6,030%
Proteins	16.13 g	5 g	-21%
Salt	2.742 g	0.85 g	+89%
Vitamin A	96.9 µg	30 µg	-60%
Vitamin C (ascorbic acid)	3.9 mg	1.21 mg	+42,570%
Calcium	484 mg	150 mg	-14%
Iron	1.16 mg	0.36 mg	+2,327%
Fruits‚ vegetables‚ nuts and rapeseed‚ walnut and olive oils (estimate from ingredients list analysis)	9.159 %	9.159 %

Serving size: 2 Tbsp (31 g)

Environment

Eco-Score D - High environmental impact

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Life cycle analysis

Average impact of products of the same category: C (Score: 54/100)

Category: Camembert cheese, from cow's milk

PEF environmental score: 0.50 (the lower the score, the lower the impact)
including impact on climate change: 5.24 kg CO2 eq/kg of product

Stage	Impact
Agriculture	84.4 %
Processing	5.6 %
Packaging	4.4 %
Transportation	3.3 %
Distribution	1.8 %
Consumption	0.5 %

Bonuses and maluses

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Malus: -5

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Eco-Score for this product

Impact for this product: D (Score: 34/100)
Product: Black bear, bruschetta cheese ball

Life cycle analysis score: 54
Sum of bonuses and maluses: -20

Final score: 34/100

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Carbon footprint

Equal to driving 2.7 km in a petrol car

524 g CO² per 100g of product

The carbon emission figure comes from ADEME's Agribalyse database, for the category: Camembert cheese, from cow's milk (Source: ADEME Agribalyse Database)

Stage	Impact
Agriculture	85.1 %
Processing	5.0 %
Packaging	5.0 %
Transportation	4.0 %
Distribution	0.7 %
Consumption	0.1 %

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