Popularity of cheese and problem of adulteration
People like every dish made from paneer, but adulteration is often found in the paneer available in the market. Especially during festivals, the amount of adulteration in cheese increases. Paneer is considered a good source of protein and calcium, but it is not necessary that the cheese available in the market is made from real milk.
Strictness on analog cheese
Currently, strict action is being taken against analog cheese in many states. Analog cheese is not made from real milk, but from other non-dairy fats, starches, and other ingredients.
FSSAI warning
What did FSSAI say?
FSSAI has clarified that selling analog cheese in the name of Paneer is a violation of the rules. Action is being taken against analog paneer in Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh.
Disadvantages of analog cheese
In this article we will discuss the disadvantages of analog cheese and ways to avoid it.
What is analog cheese?
Analog cheese is a product that is similar in appearance to cheese, but uses vegetable fat, starch, or other non-dairy ingredients instead of milk. When it is sold as real cheese, it is wrong. FSSAI has shown strictness on this type of mislabelling.
Disadvantages of eating analog cheese
digestive problems
Analog cheese uses other fats and ingredients in place of milk, which may not be easily digestible for everyone. Consuming it in excess can cause problems like stomach heaviness, gas, indigestion and acidity.
high fat and calories
Analogue cheese uses vegetable fats, which may increase its calorie and fat content. Consuming it in large quantities regularly can have negative effects on health.
nutritional deficiency
Real cheese contains protein and calcium, while the nutritional profile of analog cheese depends on its components. Therefore it cannot be considered equal to real cheese.
Concern about heart health
Analog cheese contains high amounts of fat, which can have negative effects on heart health.
food safety risk
Consumers do not have proper information about analog cheese, which increases the risk of food safety.