Ingredient

Leuconostoc Cremoris

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Leuconostoc cremoris is used as a starter culture in the production of various fermented …

What it is

Leuconostoc cremoris is a species of lactic acid bacteria. It is a Gram-positive, facultative anaerobic organism commonly found in dairy products. It is often used in starter cultures for cheese and cultured dairy products.

Why it's used

Leuconostoc cremoris is used as a starter culture in the production of various fermented foods, particularly dairy products like yogurt and cheese. It contributes to the characteristic flavor, aroma, and texture of these foods through the production of lactic acid and other flavor compounds.

Health notes

Leuconostoc cremoris is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for use in food. It is a common component of probiotics and is considered beneficial for gut health by some researchers. International bodies like the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) have evaluated similar lactic acid bacteria, and they are widely consumed in fermented foods globally.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen. It is a bacterium and not derived from any of the nine major allergens or gluten.

Products containing Leuconostoc Cremoris

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Schwartz Brothers Bakery Muffins, Lemon, Marion Berry Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 20% DV per serving 352kcal 4.2Protein 15.5Fat 47.9Carbs

Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. Strawberry Banana Cultured Whole Milk Smoothie Probiotic Snack, Strawberry Banana Yogurt 77kcal 3.9Protein 2.9Fat 10.6Carbs Lifeway Foods Inc. Raspberry Kefir Cultured Lowfat Milk Smoothie, Raspberry Yogurt 58kcal 4.6Protein 0.8Fat 8.3Carbs Whole Foods Market, Inc. Farmer Cheese Cheese 145kcal 10.9Protein 6.4Fat 7.3Carbs Lifeway Foods Inc. Pomegranate Kefir Cultured Lowfat Milk Smoothie, Pomegranate Yogurt 58kcal 4.6Protein 0.8Fat 8.3Carbs Whole Foods Market, Inc. Plain Kefir, Plain Yogurt High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 62kcal 3.3Protein 3.3Fat 5Carbs Whole Foods Market, Inc. Strawberry Kefir, Strawberry Yogurt High in saturated fat — 23% DV per serving 71kcal 3.3Protein 2.9Fat 7.9Carbs Whole Foods Market, Inc. Blueberry Kefir, Blueberry Yogurt High in saturated fat — 23% DV per serving 71kcal 3.3Protein 2.9Fat 7.9Carbs Whole Foods Market, Inc. Raspberry Kefir, Raspberry Yogurt High in saturated fat — 23% DV per serving 71kcal 3.3Protein 2.9Fat 7.9Carbs Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. Blueberry Flavored Probiotic Kefir Cultured Lowfat Milk Smoothie, Blueberry Yogurt 59kcal 4.7Protein 0.8Fat 8.5Carbs Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. Black Cherry Flavored Probiotic Kefir Cultured Lowfat Milk Smoothie, Black Cherry Yogurt 59kcal 4.7Protein 0.8Fat 8.5Carbs Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. Strawberry Flavored Probiotic Kefir Cultured Lowfat Milk Smoothie, Strawberry Yogurt 59kcal 4.7Protein 0.8Fat 8.5Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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