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And Culture

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Manufacturers add live cultures to foods like cheese, yogurt, and other dairy products to …

What it is

And Culture is a term used on food labels to indicate the presence of live microorganisms, often referred to as probiotics. These cultures are typically bacteria or yeasts that can be naturally present or added during food processing, particularly in fermented foods.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add live cultures to foods like cheese, yogurt, and other dairy products to aid in fermentation, develop characteristic flavors and textures, and improve shelf life. They are also found in some pre-packaged fruits and vegetables, as well as poultry products, to enhance taste and preservation.

Health notes

Live and active cultures are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used in foods. While often associated with potential gut health benefits, scientific evidence for specific health outcomes can vary. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated probiotics, but no specific numeric limits are set. Research is ongoing to fully understand the diverse effects of different microbial strains.

Allergen info

Depending on the specific product and its source, live cultures may be derived from dairy. If derived from milk, it would be considered a major allergen. Otherwise, it is not typically considered a major allergen. Gluten is not inherently present unless the culture medium contains gluten-containing ingredients.

Products containing And Culture

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VV SUPREMO Vv Supremo, Queso Chihuahua, Mexican Quesadilla Melting Cheese Cheese High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 357kcal 21.4Protein 28.6Fat 0Carbs Man Cave Queso Fresco & Jalapeno Turkey Patties, Queso Fresco & Jalapeno Poultry, Chicken & Turkey High in sodium — 38% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 33% DV per serving 152kcal 17.9Protein 8.0Fat 1.3Carbs Uncle Wally's Inc. Coffee Cake Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 412kcal 3.5Protein 18.8Fat 57.6Carbs Relish Labs LLC One-Pot Creamy Chicken Chowder With Poblano And Crispy Tortillas Meal Kits, One-Pot Creamy Chicken Chowder Pre-Packaged Fruit & Vegetables High in sodium — 65% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 60% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 56% DV per serving 103kcal 8.0Protein 5.0Fat 7.8Carbs Nestle USA Inc. Chorizo + Street Corn - Chorizo - Roasted Corn - Mozzarella - Chihuahua Cheese - Chili-Lime Seasoning - Poblanos - Seasoned Crema - Malt Crust Quad Cities Style Pizza, Chorizo + Street Corn Pizza High in sodium — 23% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 252kcal 9.8Protein 10.5Fat 30.1Carbs V & V Supremo Foods Inc Central American Style Cultured Sour Cream, Central American Style Cream 167kcal 3.3Protein 16.7Fat 6.7Carbs Norseland, Inc Hickory Smoked Semi Soft Part-Skim Naturally Smoked Cheese, Hickory Smoked Cheese 357kcal 25Protein 28.6Fat 0Carbs World Variety Produce, Inc. Caramel Apple Chocolate Lover's, Caramel Apple Pre-Packaged Fruit & Vegetables High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving High in added sugars — 38% DV per serving 211kcal 1.3Protein 6.6Fat 38.2Carbs Spicy Southwest Salad Kit RoBotany Ltd. Spicy Southwest Salad Kit Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes High in saturated fat — 23% DV per serving 158kcal 8.6Protein 7.9Fat 12.9Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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