Whole Foods Market, Inc.
Label Serving
245 g
Barcode
099482476281
Data last verified: 1 Oct 2026
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TRANSPARENCY PROFILE
Moderate
Some processing or additives present
Detailed Review Recommended
Profile Spectrum — Nutritional Index
4.0/10
Health Score
Moderate
Concern Index
Calculation Pillars:
How we calculate this →Nutritional values transcribed from the product label. Actual values may vary.
Share of an average adult's daily allowance in one serving (245 g) — the label's %RDA
Remaining vitamins and trace minerals: US FDA Daily Values. Low = under 5% of a day in one portion · High = 20% or more. Reference values, not medical advice.
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9 / 17 researched · AI analyzing 8 more...Ingredients — as printed on the label
VEGETABLE STOCK (WATER, ONIONS, CABBAGE, CELERY, MUSHROOMS, CARROTS, TURNIPS, BLACK PEPPERCORN, MUSTARD SEED, DILL, THYME, BAY LEAVES, MARJORAM), BROCCOLI, CHEDDAR CHEESE (MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, VEGETABLE ENZYMES), WATER, ONIONS, LIGHT CREAM (CREAM, MILK), MILK (MILK, VITAMIN D3), SHARP CHEDDAR CHEESE (PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, VEGETABLE ENZYMES), BUTTER (CREAM, SALT), RICE FLOUR, RICE STARCH, SEA SALT, GARLIC, LEMON JUICE, BAY LEAVES, NUTMEG, ANNATTO EXTRACT (COLOR).
Contains allergens: Cheddar Cheese, Butter, Calcium Caseinate
Cheddar Cheese
flavor, texture, emulsifier, and nutrient density in culinary applications
Vegetable Stock
Broccoli
Water
solvent, moisture retention agent, beverage base, thermal transfer medium
Light Cream
Onions
Flavour enhancer, aromatic base, and natural seasoning agent in food preparations.
Butter
Used as a fat source for culinary preparation, baking, flavoring, and as a spread due to its melting properties and texture.
Sharp Cheddar Cheese
Calcium Caseinate
Protein supplement, emulsifier, texturizer, and nutritional fortification agent
Sea Salt
flavour enhancer, preservative, texture modifier, and fermentation controller
Rice Flour
Thickener, texture agent, gluten-free baking flour, and coating agent
Rice Starch
Garlic
Flavour enhancer, seasoning, and natural antimicrobial agent in food processing.
Lemon Juice
flavour enhancer, acidulant, and antioxidant
Bay Leaves
Nutmeg
Annatto Extract Color
| Ingredient | Concern | Function | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
1 Cheddar Cheese Allergen | ⚠Moderate Concern | flavor, texture, emulsifier, and nutrient density in culinary applications | Cheddar cheese is a natural dairy product that provides substantial protein and calcium, while contributing to dietary sodium and saturated fat intake. |
2 Vegetable Stock | ?Under Review | — | AI summary pending... |
3 Broccoli | ?Under Review | — | AI summary pending... |
4 Water | ✓No Notable Concerns | solvent, moisture retention agent, beverage base, thermal transfer medium | Water is a fundamental and essential component of human nutrition with an established safety profile. |
5 Light Cream | ?Under Review | — | AI summary pending... |
6 Onions | ✓No Notable Concerns | Flavour enhancer, aromatic base, and natural seasoning agent in food preparations. | Onions are a standard culinary ingredient generally recognized as safe for the general population, though individuals sensitive to FODMAPs may experience mild gastrointestinal considerations. |
7 Butter Allergen | ⚠Moderate Concern | Used as a fat source for culinary preparation, baking, flavoring, and as a spread due to its melting properties and texture. | Butter is a traditional dairy fat that provides essential fat-soluble vitamins, while dietary guidelines recommend consuming it in moderation as part of balanced saturated fat intake. |
8 Sharp Cheddar Cheese | ?Under Review | — | AI summary pending... |
9 Calcium Caseinate Allergen | ✓No Notable Concerns | Protein supplement, emulsifier, texturizer, and nutritional fortification agent | Calcium caseinate is a widely utilized dairy protein generally recognized as safe, with primary points of consideration limited to individuals managing dairy-related sensitivities. |
10 Sea Salt | ⚠Moderate Concern | flavour enhancer, preservative, texture modifier, and fermentation controller | An essential dietary mineral whose intake levels warrant monitoring in accordance with established public health guidelines. |
11 Rice Flour | ✓No Notable Concerns | Thickener, texture agent, gluten-free baking flour, and coating agent | Rice flour is a well-tolerated, naturally gluten-free ingredient widely used for texture and baking, with considerations primarily related to its glycemic response profile when consumed in refined forms. |
12 Rice Starch | ?Under Review | — | AI summary pending... |
13 Garlic | ✓No Notable Concerns | Flavour enhancer, seasoning, and natural antimicrobial agent in food processing. | Garlic is a widely consumed natural food ingredient with a strong safety profile in typical culinary amounts, though concentrated forms warrant consideration regarding gastrointestinal response and medication interactions. |
14 Lemon Juice | ✓No Notable Concerns | flavour enhancer, acidulant, and antioxidant | Generally recognized as safe for consumption with standard dietary considerations regarding dental enamel and acidity. |
15 Bay Leaves | ?Under Review | — | AI summary pending... |
16 Nutmeg | ?Under Review | — | AI summary pending... |
17 Annatto Extract Color | ?Under Review | — | AI summary pending... |
Research sourced from FDA · USDA · EFSA · WHO · Peer-reviewed scientific literature. Informational only — not medical advice.
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