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Plain Cream Cheese Or Vegan Cream Cheese
Plain cream cheese is a soft, mild spread traditionally made from milk and cream; vegan cream cheese is a plant-based alternative typically made from nuts, soy, coconut, or oils. Nutritional content varies substantially between dairy and vegan versions, but both are generally used as rich spreads or ingredients rather than major protein sources.
Beneficial properties
energy-dense
source of fat
supports palatability
low in carbohydrate
can provide calcium
Nutritional highlights
Dairy cream cheese provides fat, small amounts of protein, vitamin A, and some calcium, while vegan versions may provide mostly fat and can be fortified with calcium or vitamin B12 depending on the brand.
Conditions it helps with
High Blood Pressure
Includes: High Blood Pressure / Hypertension
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High Cholesterol
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