The processing impact score (1-10) indicates how much an ingredient contributes to a food's overall processing level. Ingredients with higher scores are typically more heavily processed or are additives used primarily in ultra-processed foods.

Low Impact (1-3)

Minimally processed ingredients like whole foods, simple extracts, or traditional preservatives.

Medium Impact (4-6)

Moderately processed ingredients like refined oils, flours, or simple additives.

High Impact (7-10)

Highly processed ingredients like artificial flavors, colors, or industrial additives.

White Cheddar and Monterey Jack Cheeses (pasteurized Milk

Products Containing White Cheddar and Monterey Jack Cheeses (pasteurized Milk (40)

Amy's, Tortellini in Cream Sauce

Mac & 3 Cheese with Cauliflower Bowls, Mac & 3 Cheese

3 Cheese & Kale Bake Rice Pasta & Vegetables Bowls, Cheese & Kale Bake

3 Cheese & Kale Bake Bowls, 3 Cheese & Kale Bake

Burrito Especial Made with Organic Black Beans, Rice & Tomatoes Jack & Cheddar Cheeses, Burrito Especial

3 Cheese & Kale Bake Bowls, 3 Cheese & Kale Bake

Cheddar Cheese Burrito Made with Organic Beans & Rice, Cheddar Cheese

Cheddar Cheese Burrito Made with Organic Beans & Rice, Cheddar Cheese

Amy's, Tortellini in Cream Sauce

Mac & 3 Cheese with Cauliflower Bowls, Mac & 3 Cheese

Burrito Especial Made with Organic Black Beans, Rice & Tomatoes Jack & Cheddar Cheeses, Burrito Especial

Cheddar Cheese Made with Organic Beans & Rice Burrito, Cheddar Cheese

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