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Provolone
Provolone
Also known as: provolone cheese
Low concern
Provolone is a traditional cheese providing calcium, protein, and fat. It is high in saturated fat and sodium, requiring moderation in heart-healthy diets.
Found in
2,606 products
What it is
Italian semi-hard cheese made from cow's milk, aged 2-12 months.
Source of fat, protein, calcium; flavor and texture in foods.
Why it's flagged
- high saturated fat
- high sodium
- milk allergen
- raw-milk versions may carry Listeria risk
What regulators actually say
"Provolone cheese, and provolone cheeses for which specific names have not been prescribed, are food prepared by procedures used to produce a pasta filata cheese from cow's milk."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Standardized cheese (21 CFR 133.181)
European Union — EFSA
Permitted dairy product
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