Cheese: Creme ItaliaThis looks like a fresh cheese, similar to ricotta or queso fresco. It's pretty clean, with pasteurized buffalo milk, dairy culture, salt, microbial rennet, and water. The macros are interesting: high fat (18g) and protein (19g) with very low carbs (2g) for 251 cal/100g.
Benefit: High protein is great for satiety and muscle building.
Benefit: Low carb makes it suitable for low-carb diets.
Concern: High fat content. Buffalo milk is naturally higher in fat, and 18g per 100g is significant. It's important to consider the type of fat. Since it's dairy, it's mostly saturated fat, which should be limited to <10% of daily calories, especially if you have CVD risk factors.
Concern: Salt content is 0.8g per 100g. This is a bit high, so watch your overall sodium intake for the day.
Microbial rennet is a vegetarian-friendly alternative to animal rennet, so that's a plus if you're vegetarian.
Overall, this cheese can be a good source of protein and fat, but be mindful of the saturated fat and sodium content. Pair it with veggies or a salad to balance the macros and add fiber. If you're looking for a lower-fat alternative, consider part-skim ricotta or cottage cheese.