Why does this cream cheese have a Nutri‑Score of D and which nutrients drive that rating?

The D rating is mainly caused by its high saturated‑fat (14.5 g per 100 g) and moderate salt level (1.0 g), while its low protein content (6.5 g) and modest sugar amount do not offset those negative points.

How does the sugar and salt content of this cream cheese affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

Although the sugar is higher than the average for cream cheeses (3.2 g vs 1.8 g), it remains relatively low in absolute terms; however, the 1.0 g of salt per 100 g contributes noticeable sodium, which can be problematic for people managing blood pressure.

Is the presence of milk in this cream cheese a concern for people with dairy allergies or lactose intolerance?

Yes, the ingredient list lists pasteurised milk, cream and dairy‑based cheese culture, so anyone allergic to milk proteins or sensitive to lactose should avoid this product.

Philadelphia • 48 oz (3 lb) 1.36kg

Cream Cheese Spread

Milk And Dairy Products

Product Insights

Philadelphia Cream Cheese Spread is a milk‑based, fermented cheese product marketed as a spread. It belongs to the Milk and dairy products group, carries a Nutri‑Score of D and is classified in the NOVA 3 processing tier, offering 258 kcal per 100 g with relatively low sugar (3.2 g) and salt (1.0 g) but a high saturated fat content (14.5 g) and modest protein (6.5 g). The product contains milk, making it unsuitable for those with dairy allergies or lactose intolerance, and it is not vegan or gluten‑free.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal258 kcal

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical cream cheeses, this spread contains less fat and saturated fat, markedly less salt, but more sugar and far less protein, delivering 258 kcal per 100 g versus the category average of 323 kcal.

Ingredients

PASTEURIZED MILK AND CREAM, SALT, GUAR GUL sp (31g) CHEESE CULTURE CONTAINS: MILK.

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