Why is Galbani Ricotta classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

Because the cheese is made from pasteurised whey and whey cream that are combined with added salt and acidity regulators, the formulation requires industrial processing steps and includes food additives; the listed additives are lactic acid (E270) used as an acidity regulator and citric acid (E330) for acidity control.

How does the sugar and saturated‑fat content in this ricotta affect a diabetic or heart‑healthy diet?

The product provides 4.5 g of sugar per 100 g, which is higher than most cheeses and can raise blood glucose, so diabetics should limit portion size; its 8.3 g of saturated fat per 100 g is moderate but still contributes to saturated fat intake, so heart‑healthy diets should consume it sparingly.

Is the lactose from the whey in this ricotta a concern for people with dairy intolerance?

Yes; the ricotta contains whey (lactoserum) and whey cream derived from cow’s milk, both of which are rich in lactose, making the product unsuitable for individuals with lactose intolerance or milk allergy.

Galbani • 0.25 kg

Galbani ricotta 250g 12%mg

Milk And Dairy Products

Product Insights

Galbani Ricotta is a fresh Italian cheese that belongs to the Milk and dairy products (Cheese) family. It carries a Nutri‑Score of C and is classified in NOVA group 4, indicating an ultra‑processed product that includes additives such as lactic acid (E270) and citric acid (E330). Nutritionally, it provides low sugar and very low salt, moderate total fat with relatively high saturated fat, modest protein, and it contains milk allergens.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal164 kcal

Fat12 g

Saturated Fat8.3 g

Carbohydrates6 g

Sugars4.5 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average cheese in its category, this ricotta contains about 2.5 times more sugar (4.5 g vs 1.8 g per 100 g), roughly one‑eighth the salt (0.4 g vs 3.3 g per 100 g), and about half the saturated fat (8.3 g vs 15.3 g per 100 g).

Ingredients

Lactosérum pasteurisé (LAIT), Crème de lactosérum (LAIT), sel, correcteur d'acidité: acide lactique, acide citrique.

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Galbani ricotta 250g 12%mg

Milk And Dairy Products

Product Insights

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal164 kcal

Fat12 g

Saturated Fat8.3 g

Carbohydrates6 g

Sugars4.5 g

Comparative Analysis

Ingredients

Lactosérum pasteurisé (LAIT), Crème de lactosérum (LAIT), sel, correcteur d'acidité: acide lactique, acide citrique.

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