Comparison between the nutritional composition of the labels and the laboratory analyses of minas frescal cheeses (tradicional and light)
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https://doi.org/10.14295/2238-6416.v69i4.330Keywords:
labeling, nutritional composition, food safetyAbstract
Minas Frescal cheese can be presented in traditional or light forms and is regulated by specific legislation. The information presented on labels must be reliable and have quality, allowing consumers to know the amount of nutrients and to maintain their health. The aim of the study was to evaluate and compare the nutritional composition stated on the labels with that obtained by the laboratory analyzes of Minas Frescal cheeses (traditional and light) sold in Uberlândia, MG. Six brands of Minas Frescal cheeses (two traditional and four light) were acquired in two separate lots, which were analyzed in triplicate. The fat content of the light Minas Frescal cheeses was not statistically different (p>0.05) from the traditional one and, then, the light Minas Frescal cheese were in disagreement with Brazilian Federal Decree (27/98). The results showed all brands suffered variation in energy, fat and/or protein content greater than 20% and were in disagreement with the RDC 360/03.Moreover, only three brands tested showed levels of fat established by legislation. The results suggest the need for greater rigor in the manufacturing process of Minas Frescal cheeses, as well as increased inspection by regulatory agencies, in order to ensure the quality of the information provided on labels and the food and nutritional security of the population.
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