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A Pure Farm Fresh Consumer Tip
When you’re standing in the dairy aisle surrounded by cheddar blocks, slices, and spreads, it’s tempting to think: “Cheese is cheese, right?” But not all cheese is created equal—especially in Canada, where many popular brands quietly include modified milk ingredients.
At Pure Farm Fresh, we believe in food education. Let’s unpack what goes into Canadian cheese and help you spot the difference between real, traditional cheese and processed alternatives.
🔍 First: What’s Actually in Your Cheese?
Here’s a typical ingredient list for a standard cheddar block from a grocery co-op:
- Pasteurized Milk
- Modified Milk Ingredients
- Salt
- Bacterial Culture
- Calcium Chloride
- Microbial Enzyme
- Annatto (Color)
This looks pretty basic—but that second item, Read More