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Amul

Amul Cheese Spread Yummy Plain

Name: Amul Cheese Spread Yummy Plain
Brand: Amul

Use in moderation SafeShelf · review pending

NOVA 4high sodiumultra-processedhigh saturated fatvegetarianzero trans fatlactose-freeinfant-safegluten-freediabetic-safenut-freeenjoy in moderation

Serving

20 g

Pack

200 g

Ingredients

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01 — Ingredient mix

What’s in the box, ranked from most concerning.

Each ingredient gets a tier from our researched dossier. The list sorts worst-first; the donut summarises the distribution. Tap any ingredient for its full dossier.

Caution · 1 ingredient shown

Caution1 of 5 ingredients

Emulsifying salts (452, 339, 331, 471)Caution

Cleared 4▾

CheeseCleared

Milk solidsCleared

Iodized saltCleared

Preservatives (200, 234)Cleared

02 — Claims audit

Every label claim, fact-checked.

We treat each claim as a question — does what’s inside back it up? Tap a claim for the reasoning.

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claims fully supported

“Simply delicious”unverified

Purely subjective taste claim with no objective nutritional or ingredient basis to evaluate.

“Made from 100% Pure Milk”misleading

The base dairy ingredients (cheese, milk solids) do derive from milk, but the finished product also contains emulsifying salts (E452, E339, E331, E471), iodized salt, and preservatives (E200, E234) — making the '100% pure milk' framing misleading for a multi-additive processed product.

“Spread. Bake. Dip.”unverified

Usage suggestion, not a factual or nutritional claim; no data needed to evaluate.

“Yummy Plain”unverified

Product variant descriptor and subjective descriptor; not an evaluable factual claim.

03 — The fuller picture

Read the whole thing if a one-line verdict isn’t enough.

What’s in favour, and what’s working against it

In favour

Decent protein content at 11.5 g per 100 g
Zero trans fat declared
Vegetarian certified (green dot mark)
Natural bacteriocin preservative (nisin E234) used
No artificial colours detected in ingredient list

Working against

Very high sodium: 900 mg per 100 g
High saturated fat: 13 g per 100 g
Ultra-processed (NOVA 4) with four emulsifying salt additives
Polyphosphates (E452) raise concerns for kidney and heart patients
Mono- and diglycerides (E471) may carry glycidyl ester contaminants
Significant cholesterol content: 63 mg per 100 g

Who should approach with care

Kidney Disease — Polyphosphates (E452) are explicitly contraindicated for moderate-to-severe renal dysfunction per EFSA's group ADI exclusion, and cheese, milk solids, sodium citrate, and iodized salt collectively add a heavy phosphorus, potassium, and sodium load that can worsen hyperphosphatemia and fluid imbalance.

Hypertension — At 900 mg sodium per 100 g, a single 20 g serving contributes 180 mg sodium; multiple contributors including iodized salt, sodium citrate (E331), and polyphosphates make this a high-sodium food inconsistent with WHO's recommended limit of under 2,000 mg sodium per day.

Heart Disease — High saturated fat (13 g/100 g), high sodium, polyphosphates (E452) linked to vascular calcification risk, and E471 (which may contain trans fatty acids if derived from hydrogenated oils) collectively represent multiple cardiovascular risk signals per AHA and EFSA guidance.

Pregnancy — Processed cheese spreads made from soft or non-specified cheese varieties carry a Listeria monocytogenes risk that can cause severe foetal consequences; additionally, iodized salt requires monitoring so total iodine intake does not significantly exceed WHO's 250 µg/day pregnancy recommendation.

Infants — Immature kidneys in infants cannot handle the high sodium load (900 mg/100 g); cow's milk protein allergy risk requires medical guidance, and E471 use in infant foods is subject to strict regulatory purity limits under FSSAI and EU regulations.

Lactose Intolerance — Both cheese and milk solids contribute lactose, which can trigger bloating, cramps, and diarrhoea in lactose-intolerant individuals; processed cheese spreads typically retain more residual lactose than aged hard cheeses.

Thyroid Disease — Iodized salt contributes dietary iodine; both excess and insufficient iodine can worsen hyperthyroidism or Hashimoto's thyroiditis, so physician guidance on total iodine intake from this and other sources is recommended.

Children — EFSA found that children above 3 years who regularly consume phosphate-containing foods may exceed the group ADI for polyphosphates (E452), and the very high sodium content is inappropriate as a regular food for young children.

Ibd — Polyphosphates (E452) may adversely affect gut microbiome composition and encourage growth of harmful bacteria, potentially worsening inflammatory bowel conditions.

Migraine — Fermented and processed cheese is a source of tyramine, a biogenic amine associated with triggering migraines in susceptible individuals.

Phenylketonuria — Milk solids contain phenylalanine-rich casein and whey proteins; individuals with PKU must account for this phenylalanine contribution within their strictly controlled low-phenylalanine diet.

The full analysis

Amul Cheese Spread is a popular everyday dairy spread bought for toast, sandwiches, and cooking — but consumers should know it is an ultra-processed food (NOVA 4) carrying a very high sodium load of 900 mg per 100 g (180 mg per 20 g serving), which adds up quickly across a day. The protein content is decent at 11.5 g/100 g, trans fat is zero, and the preservatives used (nisin, sorbic acid) are considered low-risk at permitted levels; however, the emulsifying salts (polyphosphates E452, sodium phosphate E339, sodium citrate E331, and mono-/diglycerides E471) place this firmly in the ultra-processed category and raise specific concerns for people with kidney disease, heart disease, and hypertension. The single most useful thing a consumer should know: the sodium content alone means anyone managing blood pressure, kidney disease, or heart disease should treat this as an occasional rather than daily food.

Manufacturer

Amul (Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation Ltd.)

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Analysis

Independently researched