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"whey": a cheesemaking by-product; whether it is halal depends on the rennet used to make the cheese, and the label does not say (Mushbooh)
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Nutrition facts (per 100g)
Per 100 g this product is high in salt. Bands follow the UK front-of-pack guide: sugars high at 22.5 g or more and low at 5 g or less; salt high at 1.5 g or more and low at 0.3 g or less; saturated fat high at 5 g or more and low at 1.5 g or less. This describes the label, it is not dietary advice.
Processing level: NOVA group 4, ultra-processed foods. NOVA classification, from the label data.
Ingredients (original text)
skim milk, canola oil, milk protein concentrate, sodium phosphate, modified food starch, whey, salt, calcium phosphate, whey protein concentrate, milkfat, sodium alginate, apocarotenal, annatto color, cheese culture, vitamin a palmitate, contains less than 2% of protein concentrate, maltodextrin, lactic acid, sorbic acid as a preservative, sodium citrate, enzymes
Why can't we give a definite answer for Original Velveeta?
Our automated analysis could not reach a reliable verdict on whether Original Velveeta fits a halal diet. Reasons:
- "whey": a cheesemaking by-product; whether it is halal depends on the rennet used to make the cheese, and the label does not say (Mushbooh)
Rather than guessing, we prefer to tell you honestly when the data is incomplete. If you follow a halal diet for health or religious reasons, please check the product packaging or contact the manufacturer directly before consuming this product.
Note: This analysis is based on publicly available ingredient data from Open Food Facts. Product formulations change frequently. This is not medical, nutritional, or religious advice.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Original Velveeta Halal?
We cannot say for certain. "whey": a cheesemaking by-product; whether it is halal depends on the rennet used to make the cheese, and the label does not say (Mushbooh) Please check the product label or contact the manufacturer.
Does Original Velveeta contain allergens?
Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: skim milk, canola oil, milk protein concentrate, sodium phosphate, modified food starch, whey, salt, calcium phosphate, whey protein concentrate, milk...
What are the nutritional facts of Original Velveeta?
Original Velveeta contains 250 calories per 100g, with 14.3g of protein, 10.7g of carbohydrates, and 14.3g of fat.
How much sugar is in Original Velveeta?
Original Velveeta lists 7.1 g of sugar per 100 g.
Is Original Velveeta ultra-processed?
By the NOVA classification in its label data, Original Velveeta is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.
Can I eat Original Velveeta on a Halal diet?
We recommend caution: the data we have is not sufficient to confirm that Original Velveeta fits a Halal diet. Check the label or look for a certified alternative.